Hashtag Hindu

Name: Hashtag Hindu
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Not a Sermon. Not a Lecture. Just Dharma, Decoded

Rajiv Menon

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English

Rajiv Menon
17 October 2025

History of religion; Hinduism; Hindu life & practice

Hashtag Hindu is a witty, warm, and thought-provoking reimagining of Hindu philosophy for the digital generation. With memes, metaphors, and a tone that speaks directly to Gen Z and millennial readers, the book offers a modern-day exploration of Sanatana Dharma-one that informs without preaching and inspires without overwhelming.

As Dr. Shashi Tharoor writes in the foreword, Hashtag Hindu is ""a guide to Hinduism that is unapologetically modern without being reductive."" It invites readers into a world where Upanishads are decoded, not diluted, and where deities are understood as living archetypes relevant to the human condition. From the cosmic drama of the Trimurti to the everyday symbolism of rituals, the book makes timeless ideas accessible, relatable, and often hilarious.

Structured in distinct, visual chapters-from Hinduism 101 - But Make It Epic to Spiritual Wi-Fi Zones and Myth-Taken Identities-the book addresses foundational themes like dharma, caste, temple architecture, Kerala's ritual complexity, sacred geometry, and festival culture with irreverent reverence. It doesn't mock tradition; it makes it intelligible-even delightful.

For youth growing up in multicultural or secular environments, Hashtag Hindu serves as a bridge-offering context, not commandments. It dismantles rigid stereotypes while remaining rooted in authentic Hindu perspectives. In confronting issues like caste with historical clarity and humor, and exploring myths as symbolic maps of the mind, the book empowers young Hindus to engage with their culture on their own terms.

Whether it's explaining menstruation taboos, family rituals, or the meaning of prasad, the author balances satire with sensitivity, never condescending to his readers. ""This is not theology as dogma,"" Tharoor notes, ""but philosophy as lived experience.""

The later chapters-Power Moves and Dharma Downloads-showcase Hinduism as dynamic, embodied, and action-oriented. Dance, martial arts, and eco-rituals aren't just cultural artifacts-they are spiritual technologies, tools for inner transformation. The book's closing message, ""Kalki Is You,"" is a call to awaken the hero within.

With humility and humor, Hashtag Hindu respects its audience-skeptics, seekers, and believers alike. It's a book that belongs in classrooms, living rooms, and coffee tables. As Dr. Tharoor puts it: ""May this book inspire a new generation to explore their faith with curiosity, confidence, and compassion. May it remind us all that tradition is not a chain-it is a compass.""

By: Rajiv Menon
Imprint: Rajiv Menon
Dimensions: Height: 229mm, Width: 152mm, Spine: 24mm
Weight: 708g
ISBN: 9798999362414
Pages: 298
Publication Date: 17 October 2025
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Reviews for Hashtag Hindu: Not a Sermon. Not a Lecture. Just Dharma, Decoded

""This book offers a fresh, witty, and thought-provoking way of engaging with Hinduism that is bound to appeal to younger generations."" - Dr. Shashi Tharoor ""Your refreshing work creatively connects current generations with antiquity. Kids these days know more about Hogwarts than Hastinapura? No problem for you. You've drawn the analogies that keep the Hindu history - both cosmic allegorical and actual - alive and thriving. A fun read."" - Easan Katir ""Rajiv Menon has nicely put together a composite view of Sanatana Dharma, aka Hinduism in a language well understood by our younger generation. While avoiding the cliche of traditional texts, the core principles and concepts are introduced to attract the curious among the younger generation. I hope this book will lead many of our youth to study Sanatana Dharma in more detail and enrich their lives by practice thereof."" - Prem Chandran ""They say laughter is the best medicine, and Rajiv Menon has skillfully used humor and witty storytelling to bring Indic wisdom to life. Some may not agree with every joke or logic, but I urge readers to experience the book before judging. Even a smile gained along the way makes the ehort worthwhile."" - Vibhuti Jha