The National Body for Hindus in South Africa · Est. 1912
SAHMS Anti-Corruption Petition

SAHMS Anti-Corruption Petition

SAHMS Anti-Corruption Petition A common thread in Hindu scriptures (and indeed, in all faiths) is the call to fight for justice and righteousness, and corruption is a deviation from this path. Corruption is a pandemic in South Africa and is most prominent and...
Adhik Maas

Adhik Maas

English meaning of the festival Adhika means “extra,” and Maas means “month”. The Adhika Maas is also referred to as Mala Maas and Puroshottama Maas. It is named Mala Maas because this month is as it were the dirt or refuse of time. Adhika Maas...
Purattasi

Purattasi

English meaning of the festival Purattasi is a Hindu festival celebrating the Hindu deity, Venkateswara. Purattasi is the name of the Tamil month. How the date is decided annually Purattasi is observed from mid-September to mid-October annually. Significance of the...
Mahalaya Paksham

Mahalaya Paksham

English meaning of the festival The Sanskrit word Pitra refers to our immediate ancestors, departed relatives and friends, the earliest Rishis (sages) and God in all His aspects.  The observance of Mahalaya Paksha and Pitra Paksha, involves intense Bhakti to God, as...