Spirituality and Mythology on Relationships, Sexual-mythic Traditions

Spirituality and Mythology

Our articles demonstrate how mythology, art and rituals of ancient India can still be applied today regarding the contemporary generation. The Hindu spiritual and mythological landscape is populated by varied characters from the blood-letting Kali to the mysterious Shiva – all of whom provide a distinct perspective regarding relationships.

Vikarna – The Dark Horse Of The Kaurava Clan

He might have been in the clan of the thirsty Kauravas, but Vikarna is defined by his strong sense of ‘dharma’ and dutiful righteousness, which set him apart from the rest of his brothers.

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The Long-distance Marriage Of Bheem And Hidimba

Like the contemporary times, though inconvenient, long-distance marriages existed and thrived centuries back too. The alliance between Bheem and Hidimba is a fitting example of it.

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This Short Story of Yayati Tells Us How Far One Can Go To Fulfill Lustful Desires

The curse of Shukracharya made him lose his youth and turned him into a decrepit old man. Yayati was crestfallen at this turn of events.

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In the love story of Tara and Chandra, Tara is never judged for going and living with another man Chandra despite being married to sage Brihaspati

Tara and Chandradev: If a Dissatisfied Partner Has An Affair, Who Is To Be Blamed?

Without the concept of divorce in mythology, Tara was forced to return to her husband when she left him, but she was not judged morally

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Birth of Legendary Veda Vyasa Through A One-Time Stand

Vyas is believed to be an expansion of Lord Vishnu, one of the trinity. He was created when Vishnu for the first time uttered the syllable ‘Bhu’

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It Never Mattered To Satyakama That He Didn’t Know His Father’s Identity

Satyakama was happy to be known as Jabala’s son and never went looking for his father’s identity

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Draupadi and Krishna – Was It Platonic Love?

Since we are all glued to the Mahabharata telecast in the confines of our homes these days, a relationship worth exploring is that of Draupadi and Krishna – the virtuous and brave princess of Panchaal and the all-pervasive Supreme Lord himself. Throughout the Mahabharata, they may not have shared the stage too often, but whenever …

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12 Beautiful Facts Of Radha Krishna Relationship

Think of divine love and the very first image most of us conjure up is of Lord Krishna with his beloved Radha by his side. We have grown up seeing them together as idols adorning the Hindu temples, hearing stories about a bond so sublime that it transcended the boundaries of space and time, and …

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Tracing the legend of King Bhagiratha’s Birth Out of Queer Romance

Queer romance, even in today’s modern world, struggles to be acknowledged, let alone celebrated. Pride parades meant to familiarise, bold films meant to sensitize, artwork created to normalize this romantic love of a different kind has still not proved enough to encourage a much-needed paradigm shift. Our society continues to battle these apprehensions, one dauntless …

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The Unconventional Wedlock of Pradyumna and Mayawati

When one flips through the pages of legendary scriptures, one stumbles upon many tales that portray rather offbeat perceptions of love and a different course of relationships. One such story is of Krishna’s son Pradyumna and his marriage to Mayawati. To understand this story, we have to revisit the creation of Kama Dev, the God …

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