Most of us are thinking that reading the great epic Mahabharata would create havoc in the lives of the readers, since some of the characters of Mahabharata like the Kauravas contain bad nature like cheating, enmity, jealously and pride. But we are forgetting about the good people like the Pandavas, our beloved Lord Krishna, Ma […]
How Lord Vishnu protected Prahlada from Hiranyakashipu? Lord Vishnu countered all the 18 attempts Hiranyakashipu had made to kill Prahlada and protected him from his father. This story is mentioned in Vishnu Purana’s 13th chapter. Hearing the news of Kritya’s failure to kill Prahlada, killing of teachers and their subsequent revival as effected by Prahlada, […]
The Vishnu Purana is one of the Eighteen Mahapuranas, and it is considered as a holy text of Hinduism. It contains the details of Lord Vishnu, his avatars and about his famous devotees like Narada, Prahalada, Thumburu and Dhruva. According to Vishnu Purana, Lord Vishnu is considered as the main god and all the other […]
The Mudgala Purana is an ancient Hindu Upapurana dedicated primarily to Lord Ganesha and is considered one of the most authoritative scriptures on Ganesha’s religious history, significance, and forms. It is distinct from the Skanda Purana, which focuses on Lord Murugan (Skanda/Kartikeya) and narratives like Skanda Sashti. However, the Mudgala Purana does mention certain ritual […]
Story of demon Jalandhar, battle of Lord Shiva & Jalandhar. What is the story of Lord Vishnu and Jalandhara. Jalandhara’s war against Lord Shiva. His boon from Lord Vishnu. Jalandhar was the powerful demon born out of the brilliant radiance of Lord Shiva. He was the King of demons who lived in the sea and […]
The story of ‘Vritrasura Vadha’ (Killing of Vritrasura) is mentioned in the Srimad Bhagavatham. Lord Indra killed Vritrasura with Vajrayudha which is made with Dadhichi’s bones. Vritrasura Vadha is mentioned in the Srimad Bhagavatham from Slokas 6.12.1 to 6.12.35. Srimad Bhagavatam 6.12.1 sri-rishir uvaca evam jihasur nripa deham ajau mrityum varam vijayan manyamanah sulam pragrihyabhyapatat surendram yatha maha-purusham kaitabho ‘psu Sukadeva Gosvami said: Desiring to give […]
The story of the origin of the Avatar or Incarnation of Devi Shree Katyayani. Goddess Katyayani Mata is one of the manifestations of Goddess Parvathi Devi. Noting from prevalent records (Shri Durga Sapthashathi) our ancestors narrate the details of Avatar of Shree Katyayani thus:- The demon King Mahishasura after intense penance (Tapas) of years received […]
Karthaveeryarjuna is a character from Hindu Religious History, particularly associated with the epic of Mahabharata and the Puranas. Here’s a story related to Karthaveeryarjuna: The Story of Karthaveeryarjuna and the Battle with Lord Parashurama Karthaveeryarjuna, also known as Sahasrarjuna, was a powerful and arrogant king who ruled the Yadava dynasty. He had a thousand arms […]
The Kalika Purana is one of the eighteen Mahapuranas, a genre of ancient Indian texts that contain mythological, religious, and historical narratives. It is primarily dedicated to the goddess Kali, a fierce and powerful form of the Divine Mother in Hinduism. The Kalika Purana focuses on the worship, legends, and rituals associated with Goddess Kali. […]
Rukmanga Katha: Story of King Rukmanga, Ekadashi Vrat Story. Ekadashi legend is also associated with King Rukmanga of Surya Vamsha. Story of Rukmanga, Ekadashi. As ‘Ekadashi’ or the eleventh day of any month is stated to be a special day for worship of Vishnu, observance of of ‘Upavas’ (Fasting), Puja and Vrata are stated to […]
Vayu, Agni, Yama, Chitragupta, Kubera, Navagraha Thiru Kalyanam.. Divine marriage of Vayu Bhagawan, Agni Bhagawan, Yamadharma Raja, Chitragupta, Kubera, Navagrahas… While the term Kalyanam refers to marriages made between ordinary mortals like us, marriages performed between immortal gods and goddesses are known as Thirukalyanam. Some of the Thirukalyanam of the ancient celebrated divine personalities are […]
Whenever the word “YAMA” comes from our mouth, immediately our mind would be filled up with full of fear and most of us are trying to avoid in reciting his name. Lord Yama is one of the best Vedic gods, and he has even got the right to receive the oblation from the fire sacrifices. […]
Beneath the earth and water are situated the hells into which, the sinners are thrown. Raurav, Sukar, Rodha, Tal, Vishsan, Mahajwal, Taptakumbh, Lavan, Vilohit, Rudhiramabh, Vaitarni, Krimish, Krimibhojan, Asipatravana, Krishna, Lalabhaksha, Darun, Puyuvah, Pap, Vahnijwal, Adhahshira, Sandansh, Kalsutra, Tamas, Avichi, Swabhojan, Apratishthit and Aprachi are the main hells. These are all under the domain of […]
Many years ago, there was a terrible drought. There was no food to be had. The sage Vishvamitra had come to the banks of the river Goutami Ganga with his disciples. Vishvamitra’s wife, children and disciples were all hungry. The sage therefore sent his disciples out to look for food. They searched everywhere, but could […]
Gopikas are female cowherds, who consider Lord Krishna as everything for them. They have dedicated their entire life towards praising him, thinking about him and worshipping him whole heartedly. During the Treta Yuga, The sages of Dandakaranya, were blessed by Lord Rama, to be born as Gopikas in the Dwapara Yuga. After being born in the […]
A Shradha carried out with devotion pleases the entire world including human beings, Brahma, Indra, Rudra, Ashwini Kumars, Surya, Agni, Vasugana, Marudgana, Vishwadeva, Pitragana, birds, animals, reptiles, sages and of course the dead ancestors. Moonless and eighth day in the darker phase of every lunar month are considered the best days for offering oblations to […]
Rukmini Harana is an event which celebrates the marriage between Madanmohan and Rukmini. It is a grand festival at Puri Jagannath Temple. It falls during Nirjala Ekadashi day (Jyeshta Shukla Ekadashi). Story of Rukmini Harana Rukmini longs to wed Krishna. The princess of Vidharbha, she might well be free to do so, only her brother […]
7 Important Moral Stories from Mahabharata.. Seven Famous Moral Stories from Mahabharata is listed here.. Here are some famous stories from the Mahabharata, each with a moral lesson: 1. Arjuna and the Bird’s Eye Test Drona, the teacher, asked his students to shoot the eye of a wooden bird on a tree. Only Arjuna, focusing […]
3 Inspiring Stories of Lord Vishnu in Devi Bhagavatham.. Here are some of the most inspiring stories about Lord Vishnu found in the Devi Bhagavatham: 1. Lord Vishnu as Hayagriva Defeating Madhu and Kaitabha The demons Madhu and Kaitabha stole the Vedic scriptures from Brahma. In response, Lord Vishnu took the form of Hayagriva (the […]
Devi Bhagavatham Stories: 5 Moral Tales from Sri Devi Bhagavatha Puranam.. Here are some inspiring stories from the Devi Bhagavatham, each with a deeper moral lesson: 1. The Story of King Suratha and the Merchant Samadhi Suratha, a king, loses his kingdom and wealth. He meets a merchant, Samadhi, who was cast out by his […]