The Ramayana, one of the greatest epics of ancient Indian literature, is traditionally attributed to the sage Valmiki. Composed in Sanskrit, this epic poem consists of approximately 24,000 verses divided into seven books (Kandas) and 500 cantos (Sargas). It narrates the life and adventures of Rama, the prince of Ayodhya, his wife Sita, and his […]
The Great Churning: A Quest for Immortality In Hindu mythology, the Samudra Manthan, or the Churning of the Ocean, is a tale of cooperation, betrayal, and the ultimate quest for immortality. It tells the story of how the devas (gods) and asuras (demons) joined forces, only to clash over a legendary prize hidden within the
The song “Rang Barse” from the movie “Silsila” (1981) is considered one of the most iconic Holi songs in Bollywood history. Interestingly, the song was almost not included in the movie! The movie’s director, Yash Chopra, was hesitant to include the song as he felt that it did not fit with the serious and mature
Holi, the great festival of India is also captured in various songs and dialogues. Let us relive them. Let’s Recall the Vibrant Scenes of Holi in Hindi Movies. You see that Holi theme has been greatly used by Yash Chopra. Holi kab hai, kab hai Holi? Holi kab hai, kab hai Holi? Perhaps the most
The Padmanabhaswamy Temple is a Hindu temple located in the city of Thiruvananthapuram, in the southern Indian state of Kerala. It is dedicated to Lord Vishnu, one of the major deities in Hinduism and is considered one of the 108 Divya Desams, or sacred Vishnu temples. The temple is known for its architectural and historical
Origin of Ashok Sundari Ashoka Sundari is a Hindu goddess and the daughter of Lord Shiva and Parvati. She is mentioned in Hindu scriptures and is considered to be one of the many forms of the divine feminine in Hinduism. According to Hindu mythology, Ashok Sundari was born as a result of Lord Shiva’s and
शकुंतला दुष्यंत की कहानी प्राचीन भारत की संस्कृति और साहित्य का एक महत्वपूर्ण अंश है। इस कहानी का वर्णन कलिदास ने अपनी रचना ‘अभिज्ञानशाकुन्तलम्‘ में किया है। शकुंतला एक राजकुमारी थी जो महर्षि काण्व के आश्रम में पल बढ़ी थी। वह बहुत ही सुंदर थी और अपनी संगीत और नृत्य की कला में माहिर थी।
The Mahabharata, a sprawling epic of war and duty, also holds within its verses some of literature’s most enduring tales of love. From the star-crossed romance of Abhimanyu and Subhadra to the unwavering devotion of Draupadi, these love stories transcend the battlefield and delve into the complexities of the human heart. Prepare to be swept
Ramayana, one of the most revered and epic Hindu texts, is filled with many love stories. This epic was first written by Sage Valmiki and later by Goswami Tulsidas. Some of the most famous love stories are: Ram and Sita The love story of Ram and Sita is perhaps the most well-known love story in
Who was Chitrangada Chitrangada was a beautiful princess from the kingdom of Manipur in ancient India. She was the daughter of King Chitravahana and was known for her intelligence, grace, and courage. Here is the story of her love and marriage with the great warrior Arjuna from the Indian epic, Mahabharata. Arjuna meets Chitrangada One