Renowned Scottish composer and conductor Sir James MacMillan stated that, in the modern world, “Silence is almost extinct.” Echoing Cardinal Robert Sarah’s warning that Western materialistic culture ...

Seamus Heaney’s Personal Helicon evokes the poet’s childhood fascination with wells—dark, echoing sanctuaries of silence and wonder. These wells became, for the young Heaney, portals into depth and ...

Something about this stone drew me in, enthralled me, took me to a place of stillness beyond thought. It was a transcendental moment. If I could crystallize the spirit of this profound stillness with ...

Jon Fosse writes stories where pauses matter more than plot. Through repetition, restraint, and unresolved moments, his work shows how silence carries grief, faith, and longing. We look at why his ...

Mauni Amavasya 2026 is observed today with sacred rituals, holy bathing, charity, and Pitru Tarpan. Know its significance, ...

If you're craving a winter break that feels calm, untouched, and beautifully slow, Binsar should be your next destination. Perched in the Kumaon region of Uttarakhand, this hilltop haven is known for ...