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Interested in the array of religious spaces that people use to obtain solace, peace and inspiration.

Striking Temple

This picture I found online @ Panoramio of the Houston Buddhist temple is one of the most imposing non-Christian places of worship I have been to in the United States of America (USA). Located in southern Texas close to the … Continue reading

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Interiors of Nanjangud Temple

Yesterday I posted one image of the facade of the glorious Shiva temple at Nanjangud, India. Today I would like to post some inside pictures of the shrine. The temple is completely built of stone and hence there are several … Continue reading

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Views of Nanjangud Temple

Recently I had a chance to visit the Shiva temple at Nanjangud, Karnataka, India. This temple is well known across the country among devotees of Lord Shiva. This temple has been patronized by almost all the ruling dynasties of the … Continue reading

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Houston Churches

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San Antonio, Texas… Mission Headquarters

San Antonio is one of the older cities in Texas and has quite a bit of history associated with it. This is where Spanish missionaries first entered the state and set up several of their missions. To this day this … Continue reading

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God can be found everywhere

During my childhood I had heard my parents often tell me that God is present everywhere and is watching over us. My young mind would not understand and I would keep questioning, often stupidly. I still do it sometimes just … Continue reading

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Lake Tawakoni evokes awe and admiration

One of the most awe inspiring things in terms of spirituality to me is waterfront spaces. When I go to the beach, lake fronts or even river sides the first thought in my mind is that of thanks to God … Continue reading

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Places which evoke religious thoughts

There are several normal places like a street corner, a lake front, a forest, even a shopping mall, which evoke religious thoughts in people…. I don’t know about other people but they do in me. Here are some of those … Continue reading

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Grand Church in Wylie, Tx

While driving to a place where I volunteer in Wylie, I noticed this imposing church and captured the picture. Thought I’d share it on this blog.

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Life Bliss Meditation

Wikipedia defines Meditation as: “Meditation is a mental discipline by which one attempts to get beyond the reflexive, “thinking” mind into a deeper state of relaxation or awareness. Meditation often involves turning attention to a single point of reference. It … Continue reading

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