Georgia parents were uncomfortable with the phrase's seeming religiosity. But to our author who grew up in India, namaste was a way of saying hello — respectfully — to his elders.

(The Conversation) — As people the world over are choosing to ditch the handshakes and hugs for fear of contracting the coronavirus, namaste is becoming the perfect pandemic greeting.

Namaste is a word that carries more than just a casual greeting. It's a gesture, deeply ingrained in the rich tapestry of Indian culture, with profound spiritual significance. The practice of ...

It connects people to the yoga community. Every yoga class ends in Savasana, aka corpse pose, but Namaste is the true closer. For many instructors, Namaste allows them to connect to all of their ...

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Today, namaste has been adopted into the English language, along with other words from non-English sources. Many words, when borrowed, keep their spelling but acquire new meanings.