Indian mythology

Indian mythology is a supreme collection of teachings, learnings and inspiring stories. There are four important vedas, a lot of puranas, upanishads and many more. Then there is Ramayana and Mahabharata. Mahabhrata is also known as Fifth veda, and it is a mesmerizing story of human relationships.

Most popular stories about Lord Shiva

Lord Shiva, the god of destruction is actually easy to appease. He is also known as Bhole Baba. There are important Jyotirlingas of him which are reverred by Hindus. Few people know that Goddess Parvati had done great penance to get Lord Shiva as her husband and their marriage was done on Mahashivaratri day. Then there are interesting story of Lord Kartikeya and Lord Ganesha, both are the sons of Lord Shiva. Lord Kartikeya is known as Lord Swaminatha as he has taught Lord Shiva.

• Visiting Omkareshwar Jyotirlinga: Guide For Pilgrims And DevoteesOmkareshwar Jyotirlinga – Lord Shiva
• Kashi Vishwanath Jyotirlinga – Lord Shiva
• Meaning of Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra
• The story of Shiva curse to Brahma
• Shivlinga: The Symbol of Power and Energy
• Unknown facts about Mahashivaratri
• The story of AshokSundari – Daughter of Lord Shiva and Devi Parvati
• भारत के 12 ज्योतिर्लिंग
• 108 names of Lord Shiva
• Unveiling the Mysteries and Fascinating World of Lord Shiva
• Lord Shiva – Questionnaire
• Uncover the mystery of Kailash Dham – A Journey Worth Taking
• Discover the Myth and Reality of Lord Shiva – Ten Unknown Facts
• Lingodbhava – Lord Shiva
• Lord Nataraja

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Upcoming festivals:

• Devi Suktam – Ya Devi Sarva Bhuteshu
• ॐ श्री चित्रगुप्त नमः
• The Story of Bharata – Younger brother of Lord Rama
• Who is Alakshmi – The Dark Goddess
• Seven Sacred plant and trees and their importance
• Ramayana – The legend of prince Rama
• Kishkindha Kand from Ramayana Katha
• Kali Yuga – The signs of end of this era
• The Sapta Rishi – Seven Keys to timeless legacy
• Vyasa and Ganesha: A Divine Collaboration in writing of Epic
• Story of Barbari or Barbarika in mahabharat
• Khatu Shyam Ji Mandir: The Abode of Faith and Miracles
• The festival of Chitragupta puja or dawaat puja
• The Significance of Sarva Mangal Mangalye – Mantra of Devi Durga
• Vrushali and Vrishketu: The Wife and Son of Karna from Mahabharata
• Story of The Ramayana in Pictures – Bal Kand
• The Ultimate Guide to Diwali: Celebrating the Festival of Lights in 2024

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Popular Articles

• Devi Suktam – Ya Devi Sarva Bhuteshu
• ॐ श्री चित्रगुप्त नमः
• The Story of Bharata – Younger brother of Lord Rama
• Who is Alakshmi – The Dark Goddess
• Seven Sacred plant and trees and their importance
• Ramayana – The legend of prince Rama
• Kishkindha Kand from Ramayana Katha
• Kali Yuga – The signs of end of this era
• The Sapta Rishi – Seven Keys to timeless legacy
• Vyasa and Ganesha: A Divine Collaboration in writing of Epic
• Story of Barbari or Barbarika in mahabharat
• Khatu Shyam Ji Mandir: The Abode of Faith and Miracles
• The festival of Chitragupta puja or dawaat puja
• The Significance of Sarva Mangal Mangalye – Mantra of Devi Durga
• Vrushali and Vrishketu: The Wife and Son of Karna from Mahabharata
• Story of The Ramayana in Pictures – Bal Kand
• The Ultimate Guide to Diwali: Celebrating the Festival of Lights in 2024

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Most popular stories from Indian mythology

Then in Indian mythology, there are three supreme deities, also called as Trinity. These are Lord Brahma, Lord Vishnu and Lord Shiva. There is an interesting story of why Lord Brahma is not worshipped.

There are famous incarnations of Lord Vishnu and Lord Shiva. We have twelve Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva and there are Shakti peeths which are formed when Devi Sati ended her life. Each of these are of great relevance to Hindus.

Most popular stories about Lord Krishna

Any discussion Indian mythology is not complete unless there is some talk on Lord Krishna. He is one of the most popular avatars of Lord Vishnu, Lord Krishna helped Pandavas immensely to win the battle of Mahabharata. This war was fought over eighteen days. He also killed Kansa and his exploits as a child are equally famous.

• The Great Leelas and exploits of Lord Krishna
• An interesting incident happened after Mahabharata
• Lord Krishna stories
• Udupi connection to Mahabharata
• The Saint of Vrindavan: The Life and Legacy of Swami Haridas
• Rakshabandhan – Krishna and Draupadi story
• When Lord Krishna saved the earth
• Lord Krishna and Rukmini devi marriage
• Ashtabharya – Shri Krishna and his eight queens
• Hindi Story -श्री कृष्ण – जांबवती – Krishna – Jambavati
• Story of Gandiva bow
• Shri Krishna brought back his six brothers for Devki
• Killing of Shakatasur by Lord Krishna
• Pootana salvation by Lord Krishna
• Birth of Lord Krishna

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Most popular stories about Lord Vishnu

Lord Vishnu is the second of holy trinity and he is entrusted with welfare of everyone. He took ten incarnations from time to time to help mankind and devtas. His tenth avatar, the Kalki avatar is slated to appear at the end of Kaliyuga. Krishna Avatar and Rama avatar are two of his most famous avatars.

• The complete story of Varaha avatar – Vishnu Dashavatar
• Mohini Avatar of Lord Vishnu
• Ten Unknown facts about Lord Balaji at Tirupati
• Shantakaram Bhujagshayanam – Lord Vishnu Mantra
• 21 incarnations of Lord Vishnu – Part 3
• 21 incarnations of Lord Vishnu- part 2
• 21 incarnations of Lord Vishnu – Part 1
• When Lord Vishnu borrowed from Lord Kubera
• Why Lord Vishnu is also known as Murari
• The complete story of Parshurama avatar – Vishnu dashavatara
• Lord Vishnu’s eleventh avatar
• Vishnupad mandir – temple at Gaya

Most popular stories about Lord Hanumana

Lord Hanumana helped the Rama incarnation of Lord Vishnu in killing of Ravana. He is also believed to be an incarnation of Lord Shiva. His famous exploit was in Sunder Kand, where he located Sita Maa at Lanka and destroyed Lanka, the city of Ravana. There are several unknown stories about him.

• Kishkindha Kand from Ramayana Katha
• Ramayana and Lord Hanumana facts
• Sunder Kand – Lord Hanuman (Ramayana)
• The Legend of Hanuman
• Lord Hanumana brings Sanjeevani herb for Lakshman
• Story of Lord Hanumana, Lord Shani and Meghnaad
• The story behind Lord Hanumana’s panchmukhi roopa
• When Lord Hanumana tore his heart to show Lord Rama
• Shri Hanuman Chalisa
• The Ramayana (Rama, Ravana and Hanumana) story in pictures – Yuddha Kand (8)
• Lord Hanumana facts
• Mahavir Jayanti – birth of Lord Hanumana
• A tale of two brothers – Bhima and Hanumana
• Sankat Mochan temple (mandir)
• Mahavir mandir (temple) at Patna

Other stories from Indian mythology

Pandavas are the sons of Pandu and Kunti. They also hold a special place in Indian mythology. There are unknown facts from Mahabharata, which will surely mesmerize the readers.

Draupadi is one of the most  talked about character of Mahabharata. Few people know that she could have fourteen husbands.

In the context of Mahabharata, Shakuni’s character also invokes lots of interest. Read some interesting stories about him.

And here are some great stories about the great archer, Arjuna.

• Ramayana and Lord Hanumana facts
• Story of Garud and emergence of snakes
• Panchkanya
• Seven little known facts from the Mahabharata (2)
• Seven unknown facts from Mahabharata
• Jalandhara and Vrinda
• Why only Coconut and Banana are offered in the temples ?
• When Lord Vishnu borrowed from Lord Kubera
• When Arjuna was killed (Mahabharat)

Karna, the tragic hero and Bhishma Pitamah are other notable characters from Mahabharata. There are chapters dedicated to them in Mahabharata.

Bhishma has the distinction of making Shri Krishna lift a weapon in the war of Mahabharata, such was the power of grand sire.

• Who is Alakshmi – The Dark Goddess
• Seven Sacred plant and trees and their importance
• The Sapta Rishi – Seven Keys to timeless legacy
• Story of Barbari or Barbarika in mahabharat
• Vrushali and Vrishketu: The Wife and Son of Karna from Mahabharata
• Draupadi Cheerharan Explained: The Turning Point in Mahabharata’s Fate
• सोमवती अमावस्या – Somavati Amavasya: Rituals to Bring Peace and Prosperity
• An interesting narration of Dashavatara and evolution
• The Story of Bharata – Younger brother of Lord Rama
• 7 Surprising Facts You Didn’t Know About Arjuna
• Ramayana and Lord Hanumana facts
• Love Unbound: The Story of Mata Yashoda and Krishna
• The Wives of Lord Krishna: Exploring Love, Devotion, and Spiritual Significance
• The Ultimate Ramayana Quiz: Test Your Knowledge of Indian Mythology
• Kashi Vishwanath Jyotirlinga – Lord Shiva

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Read in brief about all nine days of Navratri

Maa Durga is worshipped for nine days. During this period, her nine forms are celebrated. Tenth day is celebrated as Dusshera.

Navratri

• Devi Suktam – Ya Devi Sarva Bhuteshu
• Eight Powerful Mantras of Maa Durga
• शाैलपुत्री कथा हिंदी में – नवरात्रि (Shailputri Katha in Hindi – Navratri)
• Durga Saptashati mantras
• Navratri legends
• Mahishasura and Goddess Durga
• 108 names of Goddess Durga
• Goddess Durga , Shumbha and Nishumbha
• Arrrival and departure of Goddess Durga
• Nine days of Navratri festival
• Killing of demons by various forms of Mahagauri
• माँ बगलामुखी
• सिद्धिदात्री माता कथा
• Ram Navmi
• माँ कूष्मांडा

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Happy Chitragupta Puja and Goverdhan Puja

Chitragupta Puja

Goverdhan Puja

Freeflow welcomes all their readers for the festive season Coming months hold great importance for Hindus as there are lot of festivital activities for them.  Dhanteras, Diwali, Chhath are some of the important festivals for Hindus.

Festival of Diwali is not complete with Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Ganesha. Here are few stories about Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Ganesha.

• Balaji Temple and the story of marriage of Gods
• Vidya lakshmi – Ashta Lakshmi
• Santana lakshmi – Ashta Lakshmi
• Dhairya lakshmi / Veera lakshmi – Ashta Lakshmi
• Gaja Lakshmi – A form of Ashta Lakshmi
• Aadi Lakshmi – Ashta Lakshmi
• The story of Goddess Lakshmi
• Diwali Celebrations

• ॐ गं गणपतये नमः – (Om Gam Ganapataye Namaha) The Mantra of Lord Ganesha
• Ganesha Mantras: For Removing Obstacles and Achieving Success
• Lord Ganesha Images
• Lord Ganesha
• Chintamani – Ashtavinayak – Lord Ganesha
• Varada Vinayak – Ashtavinayak temple of Lord Ganesha
• Ballaleshwar Temple – Abode of Lord Ganesha
• Siddhivinayak – Lord Ganesha Temple
• Moreshwar (Mayureshwar) – Lord Ganesha Temple
• Great stories about Lord Ganesha
• Clever Ganesha and Narada’s mango – Indian mythology
• Clever Ganesha and Sage Gautam
• Interesting story of birth of Lord Ganesha and duel with Shiva
• 108 names of Lord Ganesha

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