Gods and sages in Hindu mythology are never beyond reproach because their love also has betrayals and heartbreaks in equal measure. One such story is that of Kacha and Devayani… The story of Kacha and Devayani is a forgotten love story from Mahabharata The quest for eternity is, well, eternal, and we come across this …
How Devayani saved Kacha from Death Thrice But Still He Didn’t Love Her Read More »
Saraswati, the Hindu goddess of wisdom and knowledge, is a unique character. In popular art, we recognise her as a beautiful yet stern goddess with four arms, holding a veena, scriptures (the Vedas), and a kamandalu. She’s seated on a lotus and accompanied by a swan – both symbols of wisdom. From the Vedas to …
If Radha stands for young, rebellious love, Rukmini for determined devotion, Satyabhama typifies an exacting, even possessive partner. The nature of Krishna’s relationship with his second principal wife is best described as fiery – a red among pastels as it were. This becomes evident from the many episodes in mythology including the divine couple. Who …
Why Krishna’s Satyabhama may have been a Seasoned Feminist Read More »
Ram was willing to do anything for Sita and she was ready to brave the hardships for him. Love and romance enveloped their relationship
Unlike the kiss – and condom-shy nation we seem to have now become, India was once known, among other things, as the land of the Kamasutra. We were that ‘forward’ nation that not only gave the world fascinating sex manuals but also put images of amorous couples on our temple walls. Sex was not a …
India’s Forgotten Celebration Of Love: Story Of Kama And Rati Read More »
Although perfect in all his roles as son, brother, husband, friend, father, warrior, king, or mentor, Krishna is best remembered as a lover. His relationship with Radha is considered the paramount paradigm of love. But his disarming charm did not spare any woman in Vrindavan and beyond. Everywhere he went, women gave him their hearts …
Krishna and Rukmini: How His Wife Was a Lot Bolder Than Today’s Women Read More »
The myth of Shiva and Sati is told in different Puranas, such as the Shiva Purana, the Bhagavata Purana and the Kalika Purana. While each purana offers a slightly different version, most of us are familiar with the story. Sati is devoted to Shiva Daksha Prajapati is one of Brahma’s sons, who is responsible for …
It is Hard To Believe but the Love Between Shiva and Sati is still Relevant Today Read More »
Of the many relationships referred to in Indian mythology and legend, the story of Indra and Shachi is not told often. In fact, the layperson might even struggle to recall the name of Indra’s spouse. To most minds, Indra is an insecure god who constantly runs into trouble with the asuras, and when he is …
King of Gods Indra would have Never Managed to Save His Marriage in Today’s Times Read More »
Think of Lakshmi – the Hindu goddess of prosperity – and you are most likely to remember her as a radiant woman sitting submissively near Lord Vishnu’s feet, massaging them. The goddess of wealth is in eternal service of her lord and master, Vishnu, who sustains the universe. She is his shakti of material might, …
When Everyone Wanted Goddess Lakshmi Yet None Could Have Her Read More »
Would the relationship between a married woman and a man be accepted as pure love today?
