Mythology

Surya In The Mahabharata

Surya In The Mahabharata

It is a well-known fact that Surya was the father of Karna. But did you know that Surya also helped the Pandavas in their times of distress? Read more to...

Surya In The Mahabharata

It is a well-known fact that Surya was the father of Karna. But did you know that Surya also helped the Pandavas in their times of distress? Read more to...

Devoted Sons From The Epics

Devoted Sons From The Epics

Mythology is full of stories of complicated families. Some of the most interesting tales revolve around father-son relationships that often shape the course of the stories. Sons such as Rama, Bheeshma, and...

Devoted Sons From The Epics

Mythology is full of stories of complicated families. Some of the most interesting tales revolve around father-son relationships that often shape the course of the stories. Sons such as Rama, Bheeshma, and...

Why The Ebony Tree Is Black

Why The Ebony Tree Is Black

The Tinduka or Tendu tree, also known as Ebony, is recognisable because of its trademark black wood. There is a fascinating legend about how the tree got its characteristic colour. Illustration: Ritoparna...

Why The Ebony Tree Is Black

The Tinduka or Tendu tree, also known as Ebony, is recognisable because of its trademark black wood. There is a fascinating legend about how the tree got its characteristic colour. Illustration: Ritoparna...

Where Do The Gods Dwell?

Where Do The Gods Dwell?

Illustration: Sanjhiya Mayekar In the Puranas, there are different descriptions of where the gods live. According to the Devi Bhagavata, the mighty creator Brahma lives in Manovati on the mountain...

Where Do The Gods Dwell?

Illustration: Sanjhiya Mayekar In the Puranas, there are different descriptions of where the gods live. According to the Devi Bhagavata, the mighty creator Brahma lives in Manovati on the mountain...