Brahmavaivart Puran
The Brahmavaivart Puran, also known simply as the Brahma Puran, is one of the eighteen Mahāpurāṇs, a genre of ancient Indian texts. It is traditionally attributed to the sage Vyasa. The Brahmavaivart Puran primarily focuses on the importance of devotion (bhakti) to Lord Krushna and encompasses various topics including cosmology, mythology, and religious teachings. The […]
The Story of Gajendra Moksh
The story of Gajendra Moksh is a well-known episode from Hindu mythology, and it is primarily narrated in the Bhagavata Puran (also known as the Srimad Bhagavatam). The episode illustrates the power of devotion and surrender to the Supreme Being, showcasing how sincere prayer can lead to liberation (moksh). Background: Gajendra, the king of elephants, […]
Four Kumaras : the mind-born sons of Lord Brahma
The Four Kumaras, also known as the Chatur Sanatana Kumara, are four sages who are regarded as the mind-born sons of Lord Brahma, the creator in Hindu cosmology. The Four Kumaras, the mind-born sons of Lord Brahma in Hindu mythology, are collectively known by the following names: Sanaka Kumar: The eldest among the Four Kumaras. […]
Narad Puran
The Narad Puran is one of the eighteen Mahāpurāṇs, a genre of ancient Indian texts. It is traditionally attributed to the sage Vyasa, who is also credited with compiling other major Puranas like the Mahabharat and the Bhagavat Puran. The Narad Puran is named after Sage Narad, who is a prominent character in Hindu mythology […]
Mahatmyas
Mahatmyas refer to sections or chapters that extol the greatness and sanctity of certain places, deities, rivers, or rituals. These narratives emphasize the divine significance and the spiritual merit associated with specific locations or practices. The term “Mahatmya” itself can be translated as “glorification” or “greatness.” Mahatmyas often narrate mythological stories, legends, and historical events […]
Skanda Puran
The Skanda Puran is one of the eighteen Mahāpurāṇs, a genre of ancient Indian texts that contain a vast array of mythological stories, religious teachings, and historical narratives. The Skanda Puran is dedicated to Lord Kartikey, also known as Skanda, Murugan, or Subrahmanya, who is the son of Lord Shiv and Goddess Parvati. The Puran […]