Modern Orthodox Jew, Hindu express pride in less common cultural practices

By Natalie Jacobs, Executive Editor

Heena Pranav

Now imagine having valuable life lessons ingrained in your head since you were a child. You’ve grown up learning principles that many people learn the hard way when they’re adults.

This is how senior Heena Pranav leads her life in order to honor her Hindu culture.

“My culture is important to me because it’s a part of who I am. I consider myself religious, and my parents have taught me to keep my religion and culture a priority. It gives me discipline and focus; two values that will help me in life,” Heena said.
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