Articles related to "Indian Mythology"
Ragragini and Ragamala Painting
The fine and performing arts in India formed a unique association in the domain of Ragamala Painting
hindu theism • ragragini theory • ragamala painting • sanskritization • extra-musical association
The fine and performing arts in India formed a unique association in the domain of Ragamala Painting
hindu theism • ragragini theory • ragamala painting • sanskritization • extra-musical association
Sex and Desire II
In this article, we will explore the meaning Jayadeva, Bhakti poet of Gitagovinda, gave to the adulterous aspects of the love affair between Radha and Krishna.
sexuality • desire • adulterous love • bhakti poetry • indian mythology. gitagovinda
In this article, we will explore the meaning Jayadeva, Bhakti poet of Gitagovinda, gave to the adulterous aspects of the love affair between Radha and Krishna.
sexuality • desire • adulterous love • bhakti poetry • indian mythology. gitagovinda
Multicultural Reading for Young Adults
Some innovative fantasy novels incorporate world views from non-Western cultures, both past and present.
juvenile multicultural literature • juvenile fantasy literature • books about dragons • books about magic • international young adult books
Some innovative fantasy novels incorporate world views from non-Western cultures, both past and present.
juvenile multicultural literature • juvenile fantasy literature • books about dragons • books about magic • international young adult books
Sex and Desire I
In the first of a four-part series on sex and desire, we will explore how in Indian mythology, sexuality is carnal, erotic and spiritual at once.
sexuality • desire • indian mythology • radha and krishna • gitagovinda
In the first of a four-part series on sex and desire, we will explore how in Indian mythology, sexuality is carnal, erotic and spiritual at once.
sexuality • desire • indian mythology • radha and krishna • gitagovinda
Myths and Legends: Oregon's Bridge of the Gods
Native Americans have their own take on Oregon's history. Frederc Homer Balch wrote about the interesting legend surrounding Oregon's Bridge of the Gods geologic event.
bridge of the gods • mythology gods • pacific northwest geography • native american mythology • oregon history
Native Americans have their own take on Oregon's history. Frederc Homer Balch wrote about the interesting legend surrounding Oregon's Bridge of the Gods geologic event.
bridge of the gods • mythology gods • pacific northwest geography • native american mythology • oregon history
Manu's Descendents
Manu and Ananti had five children. His son Uttanpada carried on the lineage. Daksha was one of his descendents. Daksha's daughter married various sages and populated the world. The most important were Aditi and Diti who were the mothers of the demi-Gods and demons respectively.
brahma • shatrupa • saraswati • manu • manav
Manu and Ananti had five children. His son Uttanpada carried on the lineage. Daksha was one of his descendents. Daksha's daughter married various sages and populated the world. The most important were Aditi and Diti who were the mothers of the demi-Gods and demons respectively.
brahma • shatrupa • saraswati • manu • manav
Frog Totems
Totems are found in many cultures and belief systems around the world. Discover the mystical power of the frog and learn how to harness its power.
frogs • totems • frog magic • frog mythology • frogs in egypt
Totems are found in many cultures and belief systems around the world. Discover the mystical power of the frog and learn how to harness its power.
frogs • totems • frog magic • frog mythology • frogs in egypt
Barbareek's Father
This is the first article in the series on Barbareek, a great warrior who is now worshipped in many temples across India. It begins with the marriage of his paternal grandparents in strange circumstances. It goes on to describe the birth of his father and ends with the search for a bride for his father.
barbareek • pandu • lakshagrah • bhim • hidimba
This is the first article in the series on Barbareek, a great warrior who is now worshipped in many temples across India. It begins with the marriage of his paternal grandparents in strange circumstances. It goes on to describe the birth of his father and ends with the search for a bride for his father.
barbareek • pandu • lakshagrah • bhim • hidimba
Navgraha - I
In Hindu ritualistic worship, before the deity of the occasion is worshipped, a number of other deities are given their due. Amongst these are the "nine planets" known as "Navgraha". The mythological background of some of the Navgraha are discussed in this article.
navgraha • eclipses • planets • sun • moon
In Hindu ritualistic worship, before the deity of the occasion is worshipped, a number of other deities are given their due. Amongst these are the "nine planets" known as "Navgraha". The mythological background of some of the Navgraha are discussed in this article.
navgraha • eclipses • planets • sun • moon
Navgraha - II
In Hindu ritualistic worship, before the deity of the occasion is worshipped, a number of other deities are given their due. Amongst these are the "nine planets" known as "Navgraha". The remaining of the Navgraha are discussed in this article.
shukra • shukracharya • brihaspati • bhrigu • brahma
In Hindu ritualistic worship, before the deity of the occasion is worshipped, a number of other deities are given their due. Amongst these are the "nine planets" known as "Navgraha". The remaining of the Navgraha are discussed in this article.
shukra • shukracharya • brihaspati • bhrigu • brahma
Radha - a historical perspective
Radha has been perceived differently by different people down the ages. She is sometimes the adulterous and amorous lover of Krishna and at others his divine consort. This perhaps makes her the most confusing character in Indian mythology. Hence a note on the historical perspective of Radha is in order.
radha • krishna • k. m. munshi • "the magic flute" • mahabharata
Radha has been perceived differently by different people down the ages. She is sometimes the adulterous and amorous lover of Krishna and at others his divine consort. This perhaps makes her the most confusing character in Indian mythology. Hence a note on the historical perspective of Radha is in order.
radha • krishna • k. m. munshi • "the magic flute" • mahabharata
Science and the Akashic Field
Science and Ancient Mysticism meet in what philosopher and scientist Ervin Laszlo calls the A-Field.
science and the akashic field • ervin laszlo • metaverse • cosmic consciousness • akasha
Science and Ancient Mysticism meet in what philosopher and scientist Ervin Laszlo calls the A-Field.
science and the akashic field • ervin laszlo • metaverse • cosmic consciousness • akasha
Tewa Myth for Constellation Orion
New Mexico's Tewa people saw the constellation Orion as the hero, Long Sash, who led his people on a long journey to safety.
orion • constellation • tewa mythology for the constellation orion • tewa • constellation mythology
New Mexico's Tewa people saw the constellation Orion as the hero, Long Sash, who led his people on a long journey to safety.
orion • constellation • tewa mythology for the constellation orion • tewa • constellation mythology
Draupadi I - Birth
Draupadi emeged as a full-grown woman from the sacrificial fire. This article narrates the events leading to her birth.
draupadi • drupad • panchal • prushata • agnivesh
Draupadi emeged as a full-grown woman from the sacrificial fire. This article narrates the events leading to her birth.
draupadi • drupad • panchal • prushata • agnivesh
Draupadi VIII - Disrobing
Duryodhana invites Yudhishthir to play a game of dice. He cheats and Yudhishthir loses everything, including his wife Draupadi. Duryodhana then instructs his brother to strip Draupadi in the court and parade her naked.
yudhishthir • duryodhana • shakuni • dhritarashtra • kaurava
Duryodhana invites Yudhishthir to play a game of dice. He cheats and Yudhishthir loses everything, including his wife Draupadi. Duryodhana then instructs his brother to strip Draupadi in the court and parade her naked.
yudhishthir • duryodhana • shakuni • dhritarashtra • kaurava
Gustav Holst's Operatic Evolution
Gustav Holst, best known for his great orchestral works, had a love of vocal music, particularly opera, the evolution of which was a microcosm of his general development.
gustav holst • holst opera • holst planets • wagner • gilbert and sullivan
Gustav Holst, best known for his great orchestral works, had a love of vocal music, particularly opera, the evolution of which was a microcosm of his general development.
gustav holst • holst opera • holst planets • wagner • gilbert and sullivan
Holi, the Festival of Colors
Holi, India's most colorful festival, is just around the corner. Find out about Holi origins and traditions and how to celebrate.
when is holi • holi 2009 • holi india • holi festival 2009 • holi festival of colors india
Holi, India's most colorful festival, is just around the corner. Find out about Holi origins and traditions and how to celebrate.
when is holi • holi 2009 • holi india • holi festival 2009 • holi festival of colors india
The Romance of Urvashi and Pururava - Part 1
The passionate romance between the celestial maiden Urvashi and the great king Pururava has fired the imagination of writers and artists through the centuries. This article narrates how they fell in love and how they came together.
urvashi • pururava • apsara • indra • heaven
The passionate romance between the celestial maiden Urvashi and the great king Pururava has fired the imagination of writers and artists through the centuries. This article narrates how they fell in love and how they came together.
urvashi • pururava • apsara • indra • heaven
The Prequel Feminism
This is the first of a two-part essay regarding Queen Amidala in The Phantom Menace, and how she represents a unique kind of female empowerment. The incongruity that some see between Star Wars and feminism may not be so severe after all.
amidala • padme • anakin • star wars • the phantom menace
This is the first of a two-part essay regarding Queen Amidala in The Phantom Menace, and how she represents a unique kind of female empowerment. The incongruity that some see between Star Wars and feminism may not be so severe after all.
amidala • padme • anakin • star wars • the phantom menace
Ashok K. Banker: An Exclusive Interview
In an exclusive interview with suite101.com, Ashok K. Banker, the well-known author, talks about his new project and transformed writing career.
ashok k. banker • ramayana • indian myth and history
In an exclusive interview with suite101.com, Ashok K. Banker, the well-known author, talks about his new project and transformed writing career.
ashok k. banker • ramayana • indian myth and history
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