The Garuda Purana, one of the eighteen Mahapuranas of Hinduism is a revered Hindu scripture that provides a profound understanding of the world, human life, and the path to spiritual liberation. Narrated by Lord Vishnu to the celestial bird Garuda, the Purana deals with a variety of topics including cosmology, mythology, Dharma, karma, and the […]Read More
The Brahmanda Purana is one of the eighteen Mahapuranas Its name, derived from the Sanskrit words “Brahma” (the creator god) and “Anda” (egg), reflects its focus on the creation of the universe, often symbolized by a cosmic egg. It is recognized as one of the most comprehensive Puranas in terms of scope and depth. It […]Read More
One of the 18 Mahapuranas in Hindu Literature, the Matsya Purana is among the most important and oldest writings. It revolves around the story of Lord Vishnu’s first incarnation, the Matsya (fish) avatar, as the name implies. Cosmology, geography, religious ceremonies, building temples, and the responsibilities of rulers are only a few of the many […]Read More
The Agni Purana continues to be one of the important texts among the eighteen Mahapuranas of Hindu literature. It is the text attributed to and named after Agni, the Hindu God of Fire. On reading one finds the text to be dealing with topics concerning ancient Indian culture, tradition and subjects of cosmology, philosophy, and […]Read More
The Shiva Purana stands as one of the most respected and sacred texts within Hindu literature, dedicated to Lord Shiva, the God of destruction and regeneration. This Purana provides a deep narrative of the origins, deeds, and symbolic significance of Shiva. Its narratives extend past mythology and mention elements of devotion, cosmology, and religious philosophy, […]Read More
The Vishnu Purana is one of the eighteen Mahapuranas, a book of scriptures covering a wide range of subjects including mythology, theology, and history. Among these, the Vishnu Purana holds a significant place in Hindu cosmology due to its devotion to Vishnu, the protector and preserver of the universe. It is considered one of the […]Read More
The Kapila Purana is a notable piece of Hindu religious literature. As one of the eighteen Upapuranas, it explores different areas of cosmology, theology, and philosophy. This text is credited to the sage Kapila, who is respected as the founder of the Samkhya school of thought. This text provides a great insight into old Indian […]Read More
The Sanat-Kumara Purāṇa is an ancient Hindu text radiant with spiritual wisdom, cultural richness, and the depth of Indian mythology and philosophy. This Purāṇa is one of the eighteen Mahāpurāṇas attributed to Sanat-Kumara, one of the four Kumaras who are considered eternal youth and seers in Indian tradition. In this blog, various features of Sanat-Kumara […]Read More