-Anushka Sengupta Satyabhama, one of the most interesting characters in Hindu Mythology and a favorite of mine, was one of the Ashtabharya of Lord Krishna. Depicted as an intricate amalgamation of aesthetics, dignity, courage, and faith, Satyabhama holds a special place in the Krishna-centric stories of the Mahabharata, Bhagavata Purana, and numerous local legends. Referred […]Read More
Anasuya (Sanskrit: अनसूया, Anasūyā), meaning “free from envy and malice,” is one of the most revered figures in Hindu mythology. She is known for her unwavering chastity, immense spiritual power, and selflessness. Anasuya was the wife of Sage Atri, one of the seven great sages (Saptarishis), and the mother of three divine sons—Dattatreya (an incarnation […]Read More
Indian mythology is a treasure trove of captivating stories, larger-than-life characters, and extraordinary events. These tales, passed down through centuries, often blur the lines between myth and history, leaving us to wonder where fiction ends and reality begins. Among these mysteries, one of the most enduring is the legend of Lord Krishna’s magnificent city of […]Read More
Until the development of the Das Mahavidyas or the ten Mahavidyas, male gods were given much importance and were the focal deities of worship and reverence in Hinduism. It was with the origin of the Ten Mahavidyas that femininity and female gods were seen as the ultimate reality and as guidance toward spiritual awakening and […]Read More