Shakuni – the real story
A different story on Intelligent Shakuni – How he survived Duryodhana’s imprisonment?
Diwali festival
The festival of Diwali Diwali or Deepawali is one of the most celebrated and important festivals of Hindus. This festival is celebrated across india on the day of Amavasya (no moon). Series of festivals are celebrated during diwali. The festival starts with Dhanteras on which most business communities begin their financial year. The second day of …
Durga, Artemis and Apollo – A comparison of Indian and Greek mythology
Durga and Artemis There are many similarities between Indian and Greek mythologies. The stories related to gods in both mythologies are very interesting. Here we are looking at Artemis, the greek goddess, who is very similar to Durga in Indian mythology. As per Greek mythology, Artemis was often described as the daughter of Zeus and Leto, and the twin …
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Ravana abducted Sita, fully knowing the consequences
Ravana – The great scholar Ravana, mostly known as the person who kidnapped Sita and was later killed by Lord Rama.Lets look at other aspects of him and try to find out the exact reason behind the abduction of Sita. Ravana was a great scholar, a devout devotee of Lord Shiva. He knew about the …
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Karna’s family – Vrushali and Vrishketu
Karna was the eldest son of Kunti and Lord Surya. There is not much available about his family, but following briefly tells about the family of this great archer, the rashmirathi. In some texts, Vrushali has been names as the wife of the great warrior Karna, but there is not much material available on her. …
The complete story of Parshurama avatar – Vishnu dashavatara
Parshurama Avatar ( Dashavatara of Lord Vishnu) Parshurama is the sixth incarnation (one of the dashavatara) of Lord Vsihnu. He is said to be one of the chiranjeevis. Chiranjeevi means one who doesn’t die. Birth Parshurama is born to Sage Jamdagni and Renuka. Parshurama was very obedient to his father, and once when asked by his …
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Karva Chauth – festival and legends
Karwa or Karva Chauth Karva chauth, a festival observed by married women. Celebrated for well being and prosperity of her husband. Some young single women also pray this day to get a perfect husband one day. In a country like India with intricate rituals and customs, marriage is considered a very pious and strong …
Vamana avatar story – of Vishnu Dashavatara
Vamana Avatar helped Lord Indra to restore his kingdom and Bali was made King of netherworld.
Mahishasura and Goddess Durga
The interesting story of Goddes Durga and Mahishasura is produced here for you. This is a facinating story of battle between Devas and Asuras and how the trinity of gods was helpless before the demon Mahishasura. The demon was granted a boon by Brahma, which made by undefeatable, but there was a small chink in …
