Papers by ragini sharma
Bill C-9: Submission to Justice Committee, Canadian Parliament: Ensuring accuracy and integrity in hate symbols, 2025
This submission was made to advocate for the removal of the word “Nazi Swastika” as the Nazi hate... more This submission was made to advocate for the removal of the word “Nazi Swastika” as the Nazi hate symbol, and instead to refer to the Nazi hate symbol accurately as Nazi Hakenkreuz or Hooked Cross. Swastika is sacred to over a billion Hindus, Jains and Buddhists. It’s a Sanskrit word that means wellbeing. In this paper explain that Hitler never called his hate symbol th Swastika and only called it a Hakenkreuz. It’s important for the legislation not to enshrine an egregious historical fallacy into law. It’s a matter of human rights and the protection of religious freedom for Hindus, Jains and Buddhists. This has been done successfully in Australian hate laws.
This inquiry explores the experiences of thirteen Canadian yoga-exemplars, ages 25-40, who use tr... more This inquiry explores the experiences of thirteen Canadian yoga-exemplars, ages 25-40, who use traditional Yoga knowledge and practices to handle lifes stresses and strains. The young adults describe Yoga as a holistic and spiritual practice as a way of life, a philosophy, and not merely a physical exercise. Their stories about how they cope with the challenges of life such as school, relationships or existential angst, demonstrate how Yoga has helped them effectively cope with stress. Their discussion of Yoga is important because of concerns that unmanaged stress leads to negative impacts, such as anxiety, depression and drug and alcohol abuse. Researchers have concluded that, due to the heterogeneity of Yoga, it is difficult to compare Yoga programs to know their quality or content. Also, these programs are usually limited to practice of asanas, or physical postures, along with some mindfulness. Yet, as the Patanjali Yoga Sutras explain, Yoga teaches the complete psychology of t...
Bhumi Devi: Our Sacred Mother Earth PPT, 2022
These 13 slides have a short quote along with an image on the theme of Bhumi Devi: Our Sacred Mot... more These 13 slides have a short quote along with an image on the theme of Bhumi Devi: Our Sacred Mother Earth
Hindu Chants for Peace: PPT with translations, 2022
This is a list of 11chants for Peace. These universal Hindu chants for peace are prayers for the ... more This is a list of 11chants for Peace. These universal Hindu chants for peace are prayers for the wellfare of all beings and for whole of creation, including Mother Earth. These chants are shown in Sanskrit along with their translations. There is a link to listen to the chants on Youtube as well. There are very inspiring chants that bring a sense of belongingness and peace for all.
Introduction to Hinduism PPT by COHHE, 2022
This PowerPoint document has over 30 pages with short quotes about Hindu Heritage, along with an ... more This PowerPoint document has over 30 pages with short quotes about Hindu Heritage, along with an image. Also included are a few suggested activities for teachers and students and a some videos, reading and research references to further explore the topic.
Daily Announcement: Hindu Heritage Month , 2022
These generic Daily Announcements for Hindu Heritage Month can be made during morning annoucement... more These generic Daily Announcements for Hindu Heritage Month can be made during morning annoucements. They can also be used for tweeting during Hindu Heritage Month. There are a few activities for students and teachers and resources mentioned for further study.
Hindu Heritage Month PPT, 2020
A PowerPoint presentation on Hindu Heritage Month
Teaching Documents by ragini sharma
Celebrating Hindu Heritage Month in Schools - Daily Announcements: A resource for teachers, students and parents, 2019
Recently my booklet for schools (primary and secondary) about celebrating Hindu Heritage Month ha... more Recently my booklet for schools (primary and secondary) about celebrating Hindu Heritage Month has been well received. I am therefore uploading a powerpoint I created based on this book which can be used as daily announcements made in schools. Each topic also suggests activities and resources.
Hindu Heritage Month is now being celebrated in schools all over the world. This resource booklet... more Hindu Heritage Month is now being celebrated in schools all over the world. This resource booklet, while written for an Canadian school, is useful for any school. This booklet is being offered as a resource to those who are interested in educating themselves about the Hindu religion, its history, cultural traditions, and contributions to the world.
Conference Presentations by ragini sharma
Justice in Hinduism - at an interfaith presentation, 2021
Conference presentation on idea of justice in Hinduism. PPT. The accompanying talk is also upload... more Conference presentation on idea of justice in Hinduism. PPT. The accompanying talk is also uploaded next.
Justice in Sanatana Dharma, 2021
I made this presentation at an virtual interfaith conference organized by the Ahmaddiya community.
Drafts by ragini sharma
The term Hinduphobia is currently not included in the glossary of terms in the Ontario Human Righ... more The term Hinduphobia is currently not included in the glossary of terms in the Ontario Human Rights Code of Canada. Hinduphobia is a growing problem in Ontario and Canada and is not being acknowledged. This paper provides background information about what is Hinduphobia and why the term needs to be included in the Human Rights Code.
The Timeless Appeal of the Ramayana, 2021
The Ramayana, the story of Rama’s life, is a great Hindu epic representing the rich cultural heri... more The Ramayana, the story of Rama’s life, is a great Hindu epic representing the rich cultural heritage of India. Rama and his journey had an indelible impact on the social and cultural life of Indians and the Hindus in the diaspora worldwide. The temples and places associated with Rama are still active pilgrim centres and Rama's life is celebrated in diverse ways even today.
From ancient times, the influence of the story of Rama, while rooted in India, spread throughout Asia. Crossing barriers of geographical borders, languages and cultures, the Ramayana has been adapted and recreated in congruence with the local beliefs, social practices and cultural ethos. Throughout South-East Asia people accepted the eternal values of morality and justice as expressed in the Ramayana and the Ramayana became an integral part of the art, heritage and folk culture of those countries.
An estimated 300 retellings and translations exist today and some notable ones are mentioned below. Numerous scholars have studied these indigenous renditions in comparison to the original version of the Ramayana composed by Sage Valmiki, thousands of years ago. Be it as a manifestation of God or simply as a legendary hero of myths and folktales, Rama is an immensely revered and inspirational figure to people in their daily lives across the Indian subcontinent and South East Asia. The Ramayana even today is widely celebrated in daily rituals and practices and through diverse mediums such as storytelling, art, music, theatre, masks, puppetry, paintings, sculptures and architecture.
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From ancient times, the influence of the story of Rama, while rooted in India, spread throughout Asia. Crossing barriers of geographical borders, languages and cultures, the Ramayana has been adapted and recreated in congruence with the local beliefs, social practices and cultural ethos. Throughout South-East Asia people accepted the eternal values of morality and justice as expressed in the Ramayana and the Ramayana became an integral part of the art, heritage and folk culture of those countries.
An estimated 300 retellings and translations exist today and some notable ones are mentioned below. Numerous scholars have studied these indigenous renditions in comparison to the original version of the Ramayana composed by Sage Valmiki, thousands of years ago. Be it as a manifestation of God or simply as a legendary hero of myths and folktales, Rama is an immensely revered and inspirational figure to people in their daily lives across the Indian subcontinent and South East Asia. The Ramayana even today is widely celebrated in daily rituals and practices and through diverse mediums such as storytelling, art, music, theatre, masks, puppetry, paintings, sculptures and architecture.