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.
Marriage and married life are one of the ways to attain salvation, although many are not aware of it. To attain this goal, both the partners need to have a certain amount of understanding about leading a married life, coupled with spirituality and mythology of India, right from Tantra to Kama Sutra. Read More
There are myths about sex and many sex myths have been busted but one question has always remained. Who enjoys sex more, man or a woman? If you have not given this question a thought, then let me tell you, mythology has. And if you have thought about it, well, then you sure are obsessed […]
Who Enjoys Sex More – Man or Woman? Find the Answer in Mythology 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
The Uncomfortable Love Of Brahma And Saraswati Read More »
This letter speaks about the beauty of the love that Karna felt for Draupadi all his life
Karna’s Love Letter To Draupadi: It Is You Who Defines Me The Most Read More »
Sexuality in mythology has different interpretations in different cultures. Love and lust are there in all cultures. While Indian and Greek mythology look at sexuality in a different way Christian and Islamic history have a different take. We asked writer and expert interpreter of mythologies, Devdutt Pattanaik our questions and he answered them. Here is
Oh My God! A take on Sexuality in Mythology by Devdutt Pattanaik Read More »
Married off to an ascetic old man, Ahalya ‘sinned’ with Indra in disguise; was that a sin or was it but natural?
The Story Of Ahalya And Indra: Was It Really Adultery? Read More »
Ego in a relationship can lead to irreparable damage if it is not nipped in the bud
Pride and Jealousy have No Place in a Relationship, Proved Lord Krishna Read More »
What happens when grief drives a soul to rage and revenge?
When Shiva lost Sati and The Rage That Followed Read More »
The origin of the Chandravanshi dynasty is a weird and wonderful story
One Body Two Genders: How the Chandravanshis came to be Read More »
When love runs deep, it touches spiritual highs
Godfire: Lessons learnt from the love of Shiva and Sati Read More »
The sole heiress of Manipur and the only wife who perhaps found her place of worth in the story, Chitrangada is arguably an unsung hero in Mahabharata. A warrior, a queen, a lover. A loyal and royally deprived wife. Oh, and a mother, of course! Her identity gets muddled, like the rest of the women.
Chitrangada: The Woman Who Changed Gender to Marry Arjun Read More »
