Articles related to "Mahabharata"
Solar Eclipse And Hindu Mythology
A landmark solar eclipse will take place on July 22, 2009. It is the appropriate time to look at the most celebrated solar eclipse in Hindu mythology.
total solar eclipse • surya graham • hinduism • mahabharata • jayadrata
A landmark solar eclipse will take place on July 22, 2009. It is the appropriate time to look at the most celebrated solar eclipse in Hindu mythology.
total solar eclipse • surya graham • hinduism • mahabharata • jayadrata
Veda Vyasa and the Mahabharata
Veda Vyasa was the biological father of the brothers whose children fought against each other in the Great War. Later Vyasa dictated the epic to Ganesh.
krishna dwaipayana • veda vyasa • mahabharata • satyavati • shantanu
Veda Vyasa was the biological father of the brothers whose children fought against each other in the Great War. Later Vyasa dictated the epic to Ganesh.
krishna dwaipayana • veda vyasa • mahabharata • satyavati • shantanu
Veda Vyasa and Bhagavata Purana
Krishna Dwaipayana, popularly Veda Vyasa, was not satisfied after writing the Mahabharata. Narada inspired him to write the Srimad Bhagavata Purana.
krishna dwaipayana • parashara • satyavati • kaliyuga • vedas
Krishna Dwaipayana, popularly Veda Vyasa, was not satisfied after writing the Mahabharata. Narada inspired him to write the Srimad Bhagavata Purana.
krishna dwaipayana • parashara • satyavati • kaliyuga • vedas
Arjun and the Bhil
After Krishna ascends to heaven, Arjun is taking the women and children of Dwarka with him to Hastinapur. On the way he is challenged by a Bhil. The article describes the encounter between the two and the lessons Arjun learns from it.
mahabharata • yudhishthir • hastinapur • krishna • dwarka
After Krishna ascends to heaven, Arjun is taking the women and children of Dwarka with him to Hastinapur. On the way he is challenged by a Bhil. The article describes the encounter between the two and the lessons Arjun learns from it.
mahabharata • yudhishthir • hastinapur • krishna • dwarka
Draupadi VII - Duryodhana
Draupadi takes Duryodhanato the Palace of Illusions, where he gets confused and falls into a pool of water. Draupadi taunts him and he swears to take revenge.
indraprastha • khandava • krishna • yudhishthir • agni
Draupadi takes Duryodhanato the Palace of Illusions, where he gets confused and falls into a pool of water. Draupadi taunts him and he swears to take revenge.
indraprastha • khandava • krishna • yudhishthir • agni
Ganesha
Find out why the Hindu god Ganesha has an elephant's head...
hindu • hindu mythology • mythology • ganesha • shiva
Find out why the Hindu god Ganesha has an elephant's head...
hindu • hindu mythology • mythology • ganesha • shiva
Utanka - I
Utanka was sent by his mistress to obtain the earrings of the Queen of King Paushya. After some unusual encounters he got the earrings but also received a strange warning and an unmerited curse.
utanka • veda • paushya • takshaka • mahabharata
Utanka was sent by his mistress to obtain the earrings of the Queen of King Paushya. After some unusual encounters he got the earrings but also received a strange warning and an unmerited curse.
utanka • veda • paushya • takshaka • mahabharata
Utanka - II
Utanka is accosted by Takshaka, the king of the serpents, and loses the earrings to him. Through a strange string of events he recovers the earrings. He however wants revenge and puts in motion a plan that will enable him to end Takshaka's life.
utanka • takshaka • veda • indra • airavata
Utanka is accosted by Takshaka, the king of the serpents, and loses the earrings to him. Through a strange string of events he recovers the earrings. He however wants revenge and puts in motion a plan that will enable him to end Takshaka's life.
utanka • takshaka • veda • indra • airavata
Krishna's Dialogue of the Soul
An appreciation of the Bhagavad-Gita, concerning Krishna's Dialogue of the Soul, as it appears in the Mahabharata.
mahabharata • buddha • bhagavad-gita • sanskrit • poem
An appreciation of the Bhagavad-Gita, concerning Krishna's Dialogue of the Soul, as it appears in the Mahabharata.
mahabharata • buddha • bhagavad-gita • sanskrit • poem
Paramahansa Yogananda's Gita
There have been many translations of the spiritual poem, the Bhagavad Gita, but Yogananda offers a thorough explication, revealing the details of its exact meaning.
paramahansa yogananda • bhagavad gita • mahabharata • god talks to arjuna • sir edwin arnold
There have been many translations of the spiritual poem, the Bhagavad Gita, but Yogananda offers a thorough explication, revealing the details of its exact meaning.
paramahansa yogananda • bhagavad gita • mahabharata • god talks to arjuna • sir edwin arnold
Prelude to the Yaksha's Questions
In Hinduism wisdom is often imparted through question answer sessions. The Gita is one example. Another example is Yudhishthir's answers of the Yaksha's questions.
hinduism • gita • yudhishthir • yaksha • nakul
In Hinduism wisdom is often imparted through question answer sessions. The Gita is one example. Another example is Yudhishthir's answers of the Yaksha's questions.
hinduism • gita • yudhishthir • yaksha • nakul
The Story of Savitri and Satyavan
The legend of Savitri is one of the supplementary stories found in the Mahabharata which help to clarify philosophical points or emphasize pivotal moments in the poem.
mahabharata • savitri • hinduism • hindu epic poetry • hindu deities
The legend of Savitri is one of the supplementary stories found in the Mahabharata which help to clarify philosophical points or emphasize pivotal moments in the poem.
mahabharata • savitri • hinduism • hindu epic poetry • hindu deities
Yaksha Asks Yudhishthir Answers
His brothers are dead. Yudhishthir is dying of thirst. The Yaksha's questions are unending. Yet Yudhishthir is patiently answering the questions fired at him.
yaksha • yudhishthir • renunciation • giving • brahmins
His brothers are dead. Yudhishthir is dying of thirst. The Yaksha's questions are unending. Yet Yudhishthir is patiently answering the questions fired at him.
yaksha • yudhishthir • renunciation • giving • brahmins
Glossary I to L
Writing on Hinduism necessitates the use of non-English words that occur often need to be explained. This glossary explains words beginning with I to L.
ila • vaivasvata manu • sudyumna • buddh • soma
Writing on Hinduism necessitates the use of non-English words that occur often need to be explained. This glossary explains words beginning with I to L.
ila • vaivasvata manu • sudyumna • buddh • soma
The Puranas
The main scriptures in Hinduism are the Vedas and Puranas. The Vedas contain the phlosophy, whereas the Puranas contain the mythology. In paricular the Puranas have a wealth of information on creation, cosmology, time cycles, incarnations of Gods and the genealogy of legendary kings. The Puranas complement the Vedas by describing the concepts in a simple manner with the help of tales and parables. The two epics, the Ramayana and the Mahabharata, are also popular sources of mythological information.
bhagavad gita • mahabharata • vedas • upanishads • vid
The main scriptures in Hinduism are the Vedas and Puranas. The Vedas contain the phlosophy, whereas the Puranas contain the mythology. In paricular the Puranas have a wealth of information on creation, cosmology, time cycles, incarnations of Gods and the genealogy of legendary kings. The Puranas complement the Vedas by describing the concepts in a simple manner with the help of tales and parables. The two epics, the Ramayana and the Mahabharata, are also popular sources of mythological information.
bhagavad gita • mahabharata • vedas • upanishads • vid
Pandu Cursed
Pandu the King of Hastinapur accidentally killed a sage and his wife while hunting. The sage gave Pandu a curse that he will not be able to enjoy sexual pleasures again. The narrative relates how Pandu managed to get children despite this curse and how he met his end.
pandu • hastinapur • dhritarashtra • kunti • madri
Pandu the King of Hastinapur accidentally killed a sage and his wife while hunting. The sage gave Pandu a curse that he will not be able to enjoy sexual pleasures again. The narrative relates how Pandu managed to get children despite this curse and how he met his end.
pandu • hastinapur • dhritarashtra • kunti • madri
The Itihasas and the Puranas
The Itihasas and the Puranas are full of stirring mythological narratives of avatars of the Supreme Being.
scriptures • epic period • itihasas • puranas • vedas
The Itihasas and the Puranas are full of stirring mythological narratives of avatars of the Supreme Being.
scriptures • epic period • itihasas • puranas • vedas
Amba
Amba was abducted by Bhishma for his step-brother, but she was in love with Shalva. She ended up marrying neither and spent a lifetime trying to avenge herself by having Bhishma killed.
amba • kashiraj • kashi • ambika • ambalika
Amba was abducted by Bhishma for his step-brother, but she was in love with Shalva. She ended up marrying neither and spent a lifetime trying to avenge herself by having Bhishma killed.
amba • kashiraj • kashi • ambika • ambalika
Apsaras - II
Ghritachi was responsible for the birth of several personalities, many of them in unusual ways. She along with other apsaras entertained special guests on spesial occasions. Tilottama was created as the most beautiful female in order to bring about the end of the Demon brothers Sunda and Upasunda, who were endowed with a peculiar boon.
ghritachi • drona • pandava • kaurava • mahabharata
Ghritachi was responsible for the birth of several personalities, many of them in unusual ways. She along with other apsaras entertained special guests on spesial occasions. Tilottama was created as the most beautiful female in order to bring about the end of the Demon brothers Sunda and Upasunda, who were endowed with a peculiar boon.
ghritachi • drona • pandava • kaurava • mahabharata
Draupadi II - Swayamwara
Draupadi was an extraordinary woman and her father wanted to find an extraordinary husband for her. A contest was devised and the winner would get to marry Draupadi.
draupadi • krishna • dwarka • swayamwara • drupad
Draupadi was an extraordinary woman and her father wanted to find an extraordinary husband for her. A contest was devised and the winner would get to marry Draupadi.
draupadi • krishna • dwarka • swayamwara • drupad
Jaimini and the Birds
Jaimini is advised to consult four birds who are well versed in the scriptures. The article traces how these birds acquired this learning. The wisdom imparted by these birds has been passed down to us in the Markandeya Purana.
markandeya purana • jaimini • vyasa • mahabharata • markandeya
Jaimini is advised to consult four birds who are well versed in the scriptures. The article traces how these birds acquired this learning. The wisdom imparted by these birds has been passed down to us in the Markandeya Purana.
markandeya purana • jaimini • vyasa • mahabharata • markandeya
Satyavati - I
Satyavati, the second wife of Shantanu, was born in an unusual way. She was accidentally conceived by a fish and given birth in human form. She was brought up by the leader of a fishing community. An encounter with the sage Parashara which resulted in the birth of Vyasa, set the stage for her tryst with Shantanu.
uparichara • chedi • apsara • adrika • brahma
Satyavati, the second wife of Shantanu, was born in an unusual way. She was accidentally conceived by a fish and given birth in human form. She was brought up by the leader of a fishing community. An encounter with the sage Parashara which resulted in the birth of Vyasa, set the stage for her tryst with Shantanu.
uparichara • chedi • apsara • adrika • brahma
Shantanu and Ganga
Shantanu, King of Hastinapur, marries the river Ganga. Then begins a sordid tale of Ganga drowning each of her sons as soon as they are born. Why she did this and how did the tale end are the contents of this article.
mahabharata • shantanu • hastinapur • ganga • vasus
Shantanu, King of Hastinapur, marries the river Ganga. Then begins a sordid tale of Ganga drowning each of her sons as soon as they are born. Why she did this and how did the tale end are the contents of this article.
mahabharata • shantanu • hastinapur • ganga • vasus
Shikhandi
Amba was reborn as Drupad's daughter Shikhandini, who later became a male, Shikhandi, as per the prophecy of Lord Shiva. In the battle of Mahabharata Shikhandi became the cause of Bhishma's death, thus fulfilling Amba's mission.
amba • drupad • shikhandini • bhishma • shikhandi
Amba was reborn as Drupad's daughter Shikhandini, who later became a male, Shikhandi, as per the prophecy of Lord Shiva. In the battle of Mahabharata Shikhandi became the cause of Bhishma's death, thus fulfilling Amba's mission.
amba • drupad • shikhandini • bhishma • shikhandi
Tales of the Mahabharata
A brief explanation about the tale of a man and his dog trying to enter in heaven. Would he leave his loving companion behind in order to celebrate the joys of paradise?
tales of the mahabharata • the journey of yudhisthira • eastern philosophy • indra's heaven • teachings of ancient india
A brief explanation about the tale of a man and his dog trying to enter in heaven. Would he leave his loving companion behind in order to celebrate the joys of paradise?
tales of the mahabharata • the journey of yudhisthira • eastern philosophy • indra's heaven • teachings of ancient india
The Descent of Ganga - II
Sagara’s sons turned out to be a wicked lot. Drinking, looting and raping were second nature to them. However once they took on a powerful sage and met a fiery end. Sagara was then forced to put the responsibility of salvaging their souls on his grandson.
sagara • keshini • vidarbh • sumati • ourva
Sagara’s sons turned out to be a wicked lot. Drinking, looting and raping were second nature to them. However once they took on a powerful sage and met a fiery end. Sagara was then forced to put the responsibility of salvaging their souls on his grandson.
sagara • keshini • vidarbh • sumati • ourva
Yayati
Yayati was a king in the lunar dynasty. He fell in love with Shukracharya's daughter, Devyani and married her. But he alo got involved with Devyani's friend turned maid servant, Sharmishtha and this led to a host of problems.
vrishaparva • sharmishtha • devyani • shukracharya • indra
Yayati was a king in the lunar dynasty. He fell in love with Shukracharya's daughter, Devyani and married her. But he alo got involved with Devyani's friend turned maid servant, Sharmishtha and this led to a host of problems.
vrishaparva • sharmishtha • devyani • shukracharya • indra
Yudhishthir and Karna
Yudhishthir and Karna were both major characters in the epic Mahabharata. Both in their own ways were virtuous and generous. This article narrates an incident from the epic in which Krishna tests them both and Karna comes out the winner.
yudhishthir • karna • pandu • pandavas • kunti
Yudhishthir and Karna were both major characters in the epic Mahabharata. Both in their own ways were virtuous and generous. This article narrates an incident from the epic in which Krishna tests them both and Karna comes out the winner.
yudhishthir • karna • pandu • pandavas • kunti
Glossary T to Z
Writing on Hinduism necessitates the use of non-English words that occur often need to be explained. This glossary explains words beginning with T to Z.
upanishads • vedas • vedanta • usha • urvashi
Writing on Hinduism necessitates the use of non-English words that occur often need to be explained. This glossary explains words beginning with T to Z.
upanishads • vedas • vedanta • usha • urvashi
Hinduism: A Holistic Way of Life
Hinduism is not just a theology. It is a holistic way of life. The Vedas and Puranas deal with the arts and culture, medicine and health and other aspects of life.
hinduism • holistic • yoga sutra • patanjali • vedas
Hinduism is not just a theology. It is a holistic way of life. The Vedas and Puranas deal with the arts and culture, medicine and health and other aspects of life.
hinduism • holistic • yoga sutra • patanjali • vedas
India & Constellation Orion Myths
In ancient Hindu mythology, the constellation Orion was the god Prajapati, who had an incestuous relationship with the dawn.
orion • constellation orion • hindu mythology about orion • hunter constellation • myths about orion
In ancient Hindu mythology, the constellation Orion was the god Prajapati, who had an incestuous relationship with the dawn.
orion • constellation orion • hindu mythology about orion • hunter constellation • myths about orion
Introduction to Bhagavata Purana
The Bhagavata Purana as we have received it is narrated neither by Vyasa nor by Sukhdev, but by Suta Goswami.
naimisharanya • shaunaka • bhagavata purana • suta goswami • lomaharshana
The Bhagavata Purana as we have received it is narrated neither by Vyasa nor by Sukhdev, but by Suta Goswami.
naimisharanya • shaunaka • bhagavata purana • suta goswami • lomaharshana
Mewar Ramayana at British Library
A lavishly illustrated manuscript of the Ramayana, one of India's epic poems, is being exhibited at London's British Library from 16 May to 14 September 2008.
ramayana epic poem • british library exhibitions • mahabharata • tara arts theatre company • bharata dynasty
A lavishly illustrated manuscript of the Ramayana, one of India's epic poems, is being exhibited at London's British Library from 16 May to 14 September 2008.
ramayana epic poem • british library exhibitions • mahabharata • tara arts theatre company • bharata dynasty
The Hindu Festival Of Guru Purnima
On the occasion of Guru Purnima Hindus pay obeisance to their spiritual preceptors in memory of Sage Vyasa, the greatest Guru of all.
purnima • hindu • ashadha • guru purnima • guru
On the occasion of Guru Purnima Hindus pay obeisance to their spiritual preceptors in memory of Sage Vyasa, the greatest Guru of all.
purnima • hindu • ashadha • guru purnima • guru
The Narada Purana
Narada advises Sanaka, Sanandana, Sanatkumar and Sanatana on how to pray to Vishnu and achieve salvation.
narada purana • nara • narayan • saraswati • jaya
Narada advises Sanaka, Sanandana, Sanatkumar and Sanatana on how to pray to Vishnu and achieve salvation.
narada purana • nara • narayan • saraswati • jaya
The Palace of Illusions by Chitra Divakaruni
Draupadi is always seen in the context of her husbands, Krishna and even Duryodhan. Divakaruni explores her possible relations with her father, brother and mother-in-law.
the palace of illusions • chitra divakaruni • mahabharata • draupadi • pandava brothers
Draupadi is always seen in the context of her husbands, Krishna and even Duryodhan. Divakaruni explores her possible relations with her father, brother and mother-in-law.
the palace of illusions • chitra divakaruni • mahabharata • draupadi • pandava brothers
The Yaksha and Yudhishthir
The next two sets of questions illustrate what can be learnt from nature and also what directly constitutes good conduct. Yudhishthir answers both sets adeptly.
yaksha • good conduct • mahabharata • yudhishthir • veda vyasa
The next two sets of questions illustrate what can be learnt from nature and also what directly constitutes good conduct. Yudhishthir answers both sets adeptly.
yaksha • good conduct • mahabharata • yudhishthir • veda vyasa
Vimanas – the Flying Machines of Ancient India
The Vedic literature describes air chariots that are moved by pulses, take off vertically and fly in all directions. But where do they come from?
vimanas • extraterrestrials in india • vedic literature • hindu ancient aircraft • flying machines of the mahabharata
The Vedic literature describes air chariots that are moved by pulses, take off vertically and fly in all directions. But where do they come from?
vimanas • extraterrestrials in india • vedic literature • hindu ancient aircraft • flying machines of the mahabharata
Apsaras I
Apsaras have been variously described as fairies, angels, nymphs and sirens. Actually they are celestial maidens of exquisite beauty and alluring charm, and have the power and will to use both.
apsaras • indra • gandharvas • kashyap • aditi
Apsaras have been variously described as fairies, angels, nymphs and sirens. Actually they are celestial maidens of exquisite beauty and alluring charm, and have the power and will to use both.
apsaras • indra • gandharvas • kashyap • aditi
Introduction to Hindu Mythology Review
This is a review of the online Suite University course Introduction to Hindu Mythology.
hinduism • hindu • buddhism • mythology • india
This is a review of the online Suite University course Introduction to Hindu Mythology.
hinduism • hindu • buddhism • mythology • india
A Gift of Hummingbirds
Those joyful little creatures, hummingbirds, illumine an author's morning's walk a while back, inspiring his reflection on the nature of universe and the interrelationships of hummingbirds and poets. A poem is offered in reverence to the messengers of the heart.
a gift of hummingbirds • hummingbirds • caring for the soul • caring • soul
Those joyful little creatures, hummingbirds, illumine an author's morning's walk a while back, inspiring his reflection on the nature of universe and the interrelationships of hummingbirds and poets. A poem is offered in reverence to the messengers of the heart.
a gift of hummingbirds • hummingbirds • caring for the soul • caring • soul
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
The Lunar Dynasty
Brahma had produced seven sons using his mental powers. These were great sages. Atri was one of them. He married Anasuya, who conceived a son named Som. Som means moon in Hindi and the lunar dynasty is named after this son of sage Atri. Pururava was the founder of this dynasty. The heroes of the Mahabharata war between the Kauravas and the Pandavas were also from this lineage.
brahma • atri • anasuya • som • brihaspati
Brahma had produced seven sons using his mental powers. These were great sages. Atri was one of them. He married Anasuya, who conceived a son named Som. Som means moon in Hindi and the lunar dynasty is named after this son of sage Atri. Pururava was the founder of this dynasty. The heroes of the Mahabharata war between the Kauravas and the Pandavas were also from this lineage.
brahma • atri • anasuya • som • brihaspati
The Origin of the Solar Dynasty
Surya the Sun God was married to Samjna. After giving him three children she left him because she could not bear his radiance. She left her shadow Chhaya behind so that no one would no the difference. But, when Chhaya began to mete out step-motherly treatment to Samjna's children, the truth became known.
kashyap • aditi • surya • samjna • rajni
Surya the Sun God was married to Samjna. After giving him three children she left him because she could not bear his radiance. She left her shadow Chhaya behind so that no one would no the difference. But, when Chhaya began to mete out step-motherly treatment to Samjna's children, the truth became known.
kashyap • aditi • surya • samjna • rajni
A Potted Biography of Peter Brook
British director Peter Brook has produced some of the most significant and influential theatre productions and theoretical works of the twentieth century.
director • directing • peter brook • theatre • theater
British director Peter Brook has produced some of the most significant and influential theatre productions and theoretical works of the twentieth century.
director • directing • peter brook • theatre • theater
Akshay Tritiya or Akkha Teej
Akshay Tritiya is traditionally an auspicious day for starting important events. However, over the years, it has degenerated into mere accumulation of wealth.
akshay tritiya • akkha teej • shukla paksha • hindu • vaishakha
Akshay Tritiya is traditionally an auspicious day for starting important events. However, over the years, it has degenerated into mere accumulation of wealth.
akshay tritiya • akkha teej • shukla paksha • hindu • vaishakha
Bhajans for Ganesh Chaturthi
The Ganesh Chaturthi festival is a community affair. Aartis, bhajans and devotional songs are sung throughout the day.
ganesh chaturthi • anant chaturdashi • ganapati idols • devotional songs • ganapati aartis
The Ganesh Chaturthi festival is a community affair. Aartis, bhajans and devotional songs are sung throughout the day.
ganesh chaturthi • anant chaturdashi • ganapati idols • devotional songs • ganapati aartis
FAQs: scriptures, women and caste
Hinduism has a wide range of scriptures - philosophical, prescriptive and mythological. The role of women and the Caste System are some of the contentious issues.
hindu • scriptures • shruti • smriti • hinduism
Hinduism has a wide range of scriptures - philosophical, prescriptive and mythological. The role of women and the Caste System are some of the contentious issues.
hindu • scriptures • shruti • smriti • hinduism
Glossary M to P
Writing on Hinduism necessitates the use of non-English words that occur often need to be explained. This glossary explains words beginning with M to P.
madhu • meru • pushkar • mahabharata • pandavas
Writing on Hinduism necessitates the use of non-English words that occur often need to be explained. This glossary explains words beginning with M to P.
madhu • meru • pushkar • mahabharata • pandavas
Kedarnath Jyotirlinga
Set in the scenic Himalayas, Kedarnath is the northernmost of the Dwadasa Jyotirlingas. It was established by the Pandavas after the Mahabharata War.
kedarnath • dwadasa jyotirlingas • garhwal • himalayas • mandakini
Set in the scenic Himalayas, Kedarnath is the northernmost of the Dwadasa Jyotirlingas. It was established by the Pandavas after the Mahabharata War.
kedarnath • dwadasa jyotirlingas • garhwal • himalayas • mandakini
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