Kurma Avatar (Tortoise Incarnation of Lord Vishnu)
The fascinating story of Lord Vishnu’s second incarnation as Kurmavatar (To
The fascinating story of Lord Vishnu’s second incarnation as Kurmavatar (To
In the epic Mahabharata, there are numerous facts which fascinate the reader. This is also known as pancham veda or fifth veda. Few people know that the entire epic was narrated as a flashback at the Sarpa Yagna being conducted by Janmejaya, the son of Parikshit (Abhimanyu’s son). There are interesting stories which narrate why …
Karna, the most virtuous warrior from Mahabharata was the eldest son of Kunti. He was born with blessings of Lord Surya before Kunti was wedded, so Kunti did not raised him. He, being the eldest and most deserving, had to live his life in obscurity. The only fault was his timing of birth, where he had no control over. Read some of the fate’s cruelty imparted to him.
As per Hindu scriptures, Goddess Durga or Shakti is the the most powerful deity. She is Mother of Universe. Durga is the manifestation of mother Parvati when evil forces threatened the very existence of Gods. In Sanskrit, Durga means a place which is difficult to win. She got the name because of her protective and …
The artistic form of Lord Shiva is Lord Nataraja. This is an interesting story which tells how Lord Nataraja has manifested. He originated near the town of Chidambaram at the confluence of two rivers, Vellar and Cooleron.
Shri Krishna is most famous and perhaps the most written about among the incarnations of Lord Vishnu. His stories are magical, inspiring and humane. He alone accounted for Pandava’s victory in Mahabharata war. Please read on for some interesting and unknown facts about him.
Sage Durvasa, Duryodhana, Jarasandha, all have threatened Pandavas. Lord Krishna helped them every time when Pandavas needed his help. Read these incidents here: Seven occasions when Lord Krishna saved Pandavas
This interesting story is found here. Bhole baba gives everything to his disciples. The holy month of Shravan is has arrived. In this month, Lord Shiva is worshipped in various parts of country. Here are some stories on Lord Shiva and on the month of Shravan. More stories on Lord Shiva Seven unknown facts on …
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Interesting story on Draupadi where she could have ended with fourteen husbands
Parshuram, Rama with an axe is believed to be sixth incarnation of Lord Vishnu. He was born to Renuka and Jamadagni, one of a saptrishi. He is believed to be one of the immortals of Hindu mythology. According to a legend, it is believed that he still lives at Mahendragiri mountain peak in Orissa. Here …
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