Shiva

traditional food sources. In particular, Vandana Shiva, an anti-GM zealot, started a crusade against GM foods and accused multinational agricultural biotechnology corporations of disrupting the ecological balance for producing genetic engineering crops (Spector). As a result, people hold an unreasonably high standard toward GMOs compared to traditional food sources through complicated regulatory systems and studies to evaluate and ensure food safety.…

century BCE by some scholars although they only appear in iconic depictions after 1st and 2nd century CE. There are several myths concerning their creation. One, in where they are created by Shiva to drink the blood of demon Andhakasura. According to Markandeya Purana, they emerged out of the god’s (Brahma, Shiva, Kartikeya, Vishnu, Varaha, Narasimha and Indra) bodies in order to aid the divine Devi in her fight against the demons Raktabija, Sumbha and Nisumbha. It is also notable that, in…

Introduction During 2000 BC the Indus Valley was alive with trade. This area flourished economically as it was a hub for many surrounding areas. Throughout history a vast and diverse amount of artwork has been unearthed within the Indus Valley. In particular an art form known as Seals. Seals served many purposes during the Indus Valley Civilization. However one major purpose of Seals were their ability to represent local economic and political powers. This research paper serves the purpose to…

There are thirty three million people playing fantasy football each year. Fantasy football isn't just a game, it is a past time. People spend hours on research trying to find the perfect lineup. People also gamble trying to earn money and bragging rights. Fantasy football is an American phenomenon and will continue to grow because it helps win money and earn bragging rights. Fantasy football is an American phenomenon and millions of people play every year. people love fantasy football and…

There isn’t any set rules for fasting in Hinduism for people. Fasting is when you go without eating half a day and do it once or twice a week. Fasting is known in many religions and it is used as a treatment in Naturopathy as well in Ayurveda. Some people think that fasting can be beneficial to some people. It is very important for some Hindus to fast. They observe the fast in the game of god. In the Hinduism religion, one should fast once a week with an empty stomach until noon. In India they…

EN398 Annotated Bibliography Shiva, Vandana. Earth Democracy: Justice, Sustainability, and Peace. Cambridge, MA: South End Press, 2005. Print. Earth Democracy: Justice Sustainability, and Peace is a non-fiction book by Indian environmental activist, Vandana Shiva. The work covers the various facets of “earth democracy,” which he defines as, “both an ancient worldview and an emergent political movement for peace, justice, and sustainability.” In this book, Shiva criticizes the role of…

He threw it far out into the cosmic ocean. Vishnu killed it and changed into an animal and rescued the world. Brahma finished forming the land and the living things. But one day, this Universe, like all others before it, will be wiped out when Lord Shiva, the destroyer, grows angry with the world’s evil. He will destroy the world and nothing will exist but…

During the last decade Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs) have increasingly become a topic of mixed viewpoints. Do GMOs actually help or are they harming our ecosystem? Scientists and large corporations attempt to persuade consumers to support their conflicting perspectives. Regardless of the studies, the world continues to face a high probability of food scarcity. Companies like Monsanto, lead efforts to industrialize and streamline our food source, but many argue that it is at the expense…

Handcuffed to India Saleem Sinai is the narrator and the main character of the novel Midnight’s Children. He grows up in India, in a normal, Muslim family who have enough money to get him educated. One thing that is not normal, is that he is born at the exact moment of India’s independence. Because Saleem was born at this exact moment, he has a couple of gifts. For instance, he could convoke the Midnight’s Children; a group of children who are all born around India’s Independence. Midnight’s…

practice the religion believe it has always existed. Hinduism is polytheistic, meaning they worship more than one god. Three gods that Hindus worship are Vishnu, Brahma, and Shiva. These gods are responsible for the creation, sustenance, and destruction of the world. Brahma is the creator, Vishnu is in charge of the preservation, Shiva is the destructor of the world. There are many holy books related to this religion. There is the Vedas, which consists of written versions of stories that are…