The story of Narakasura Narakasura, was the son of Bhumi devi. Bhumi devi ensured her son’s long life through a boon from Lord Vishnu. The Boon from Brahma He acquired immense power from a blessing given by Lord Brahma after a severe penance. Armed with the boon and with help of another demon named Banasura, […]
Lord Krishna was born on 8th day of Bhadrapada which is also known and celebrated as Janmashtmi.
A tale of two wives of Shri Krishna This is the beautiful story of Shri Krishna and his two wives Satyabhama and Rukmini, which underlines the importance of devotion. Sage Narada as usual, has played a role into this as well. Satyabhama belonged to a royal lineage and was very proud of her origins. Rukmini
Who saved Draupadi from cheer haran The statement that Krishna did not save her, may appear as untrue. When we read the following facts, we may find there are other stories regarding how Draupadi was saved on that shameful day, when Yushishthira lost everything. All gurus and sages remained silent while Dushashana was trying to disrobe Draupadi. Duryodhana, Dushashana
Shri Krishna saved Pandavas on numerous occasions. Pandavas could not have survived the various designs of Shakuni and Duryodhana, if Shri Krishna would not have been around. Here are some of the interesting incidents when lord saved Pandavas. Saving from wrath of Sage Durvasa Sage Durvasa has been famous for his ill temper and curses.
A comparison of Shri Krishna and Hercules – Gods from indian and greek mythology Greek mythology and Indian mythology have some similarities. Earlier we saw that Shri Krishna, the incarnation of Lord Vishnu(god) had one weakness, that was in his heel. That was also the case with Achilles, one of the greatest warriors from Greek mythology.
Barbarika and his three arrows When Shri Krishna mocked Barbari that how he is hoping to win the Mahabharat war with three arrows? (Read the story of Barbari) He responded that a single arrow was enough to destroy all his opponents in the war, and it would then return to his quiver. He further explained that,
Shri Krishna janmabhoomi temple The city of Mathura contains the famous Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi temple. This temple is the birthplace of Lord Krishna, who is believed to be the eighth incarnation of Lord Vishnu. This temple is actually a prison cell belonging to Kansa, who was the uncle of Krishna and King of Mathura. Janmbhoomi Temple that is currently