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Shishupal’s Curse and Krishna’s Justice: A Journey from Hatred to Liberation
By admin May 9, 2025May 9, 2025 Bhagavata Purana

Shishupal’s Curse and Krishna’s Justice: A Journey from Hatred to Liberation

No time for reading the story? Give it a listen on Spotify. The epic tale of Shishupal’s cursed destiny, hatred for Krishna, and ultimate redemption through divine justice. Characters in the story: Lord Krishna: Lord Krishna is one of the most popular and revered deities in Hinduism. He is worshiped

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When Krishna Swallowed the Forest Fire to Save Cows and Cowherd
By admin April 27, 2025April 27, 2025 Bhagavata Purana

When Krishna Swallowed the Forest Fire to Save Cows and Cowherd

No time for reading the story? Give it a listen on Spotify. Discover the timeless story from the Bhagavata Purana of Lord Krishna’s divine miracle in Munjavan, where he thwarted the evil Kansa’s plan by swallowing a raging fire to save the cows and cowherds. Characters in the story: Lord

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When Young Krishna Remembered Being Rama
By admin April 11, 2025April 11, 2025 Bhagavata Purana

When Young Krishna Remembered Being Rama

No time for reading the story? Give it a listen on Spotify in English and Hindi. Read the profound story of Krishna’s childhood where he embodies Lord Rama, revealing the oneness of Vishnu’s avatars. Characters in the story: Lord Krishna: Lord Krishna is one of the most popular and revered

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Why Lord Vitthal of Pandharpur Wears Fish Earrings: A Timeless Story of Devotion
By admin March 12, 2025March 12, 2025 Bhagavata Purana

Why Lord Vitthal of Pandharpur Wears Fish Earrings: A Timeless Story of Devotion

No time for reading the story? Give it a listen on Spotify in English and Hindi. Discover the profound story behind Lord Vitthal’s fish-shaped earrings in Pandharpur—a tale of unwavering devotion that transcends caste and societal norms in Sanatana Dharma. Characters in the story: Lord Vitthal: Lord Vitthal, an incarnation

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Garuda and Hanuman Story: A Lesson in Humility
By admin March 10, 2025March 10, 2025 Bhagavata Purana

Garuda and Hanuman Story: A Lesson in Humility

No time for reading the story? Give it a listen on Spotify in English and Hindi. A timeless story from Puranas where Krishna humbles the arrogant Garuda through a clash with Hanuman, proving devotion outshines pride. Characters in the story: Garuda: Garuda is a divine bird and the mount of

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The Origin Story of Vishnu Mantra Om Namo Narayanaya
By admin March 3, 2025March 3, 2025 Bhagavata Purana

The Origin Story of Vishnu Mantra Om Namo Narayanaya

No time for reading the story? Give it a listen on Spotify in English and Hindi. A timeless tale of devotion where young Prahlada’s chant of ‘Om Namo Narayanaya’ defies his demonic father’s tyranny, invoking Vishnu’s divine intervention to uphold faith over fear. Characters in the story: Prahlada: Prahlada is

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Radha's Secret Name For Krishna: Shyamsundar Mohan
By admin January 25, 2025January 25, 2025 Bhagavata Purana

Radha’s Secret Name For Krishna: Shyamsundar Mohan

No time for reading the story? Give it a listen on Spotify in English and Hindi. This is a heartwarming tale of the secret name that only Radha could call Krishna by, a name so powerful that it would bring him to her side no matter where he was. Characters

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The Story of Balarama: Krishna’s Brother and an Avatar of Shesha
By admin January 21, 2025January 21, 2025 Bhagavata Purana

The Story of Balarama: Krishna’s Brother and an Avatar of Shesha

No time for reading the story? Give it a listen on Spotify in English and Hindi. Balarama, the elder brother of Lord Krishna, is known for his immense strength, unwavering devotion to dharma, and deep connection to agriculture. His life teaches us the values of duty, righteousness, and the balance

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Shrinathji: The Divine Journey from Govardhan to Nathdwara
By admin January 13, 2025January 13, 2025 Bhagavata Purana

Shrinathji: The Divine Journey from Govardhan to Nathdwara

No time for reading the story? Give it a listen on Spotify in English and Hindi. The story of Shrinathji tells how Lord Krishna’s form traveled from Govardhan Hill to Nathdwara, showing love and devotion between God and his devotees. Characters in the story: Lord Krishna: Lord Krishna is one

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When Krishna Brought Ganga to Govardhan
By admin January 9, 2025January 9, 2025 Bhagavata Purana

When Krishna Brought Ganga to Govardhan

No time for reading the story? Give it a listen on Spotify in English and Hindi. Manasi Ganga, a sacred lake in Govardhan, was created by Lord Krishna to fulfill the wishes of His foster parents and the Vrajvasis to bathe in the holy Ganga without traveling far. This divine

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Yashoda and Krishna: A Divine Bond of Love and Devotion
By admin December 27, 2024December 27, 2024 Bhagavata Purana

Yashoda and Krishna: A Divine Bond of Love and Devotion

No time for reading the story? Give it a listen on Spotify in English and Hindi. This is the beautiful story of Yashoda and Krishna, one of the most loved mother-son relationships in history. It shows Yashoda’s endless love, Krishna’s playful mischief, and their deep bond that lasts across lifetimes.

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Krishna's Final Leela: The Dawn of Kali Yuga
By admin December 25, 2024December 25, 2024 Bhagavata Purana

Krishna’s Final Leela: The Dawn of Kali Yuga

No time for reading the story? Give it a listen on Spotify in English and Hindi. This story explains how the Kali Yuga, the final age of the world cycle, began after the great war of Kurukshetra and Krishna’s departure from Earth. It highlights the cosmic events and divine plan

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The Story of Krishna's Idols Created by Vajranabha
By admin December 23, 2024December 23, 2024 Bhagavata Purana

The Story of Krishna’s Idols Created by Vajranabha

No time for reading the story? Give it a listen on Spotify in English and Hindi. This is the fascinating story of Vajranabha, the great-grandson of Lord Krishna, who was inspired by descriptions from Uttara to carve the first idols of Krishna. Characters in the story: Lord Krishna: Lord Krishna

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The Cosmic Role of Kshirodakshayi Vishnu
By admin October 18, 2024October 18, 2024 Bhagavata Purana

The Cosmic Role of Kshirodakshayi Vishnu

No time for reading the story? Give it a listen on Spotify. Let’s explore the cosmic role of Kshirodakshayi Vishnu, the third form of Vishnu, highlighting His presence within all beings and His manifestation as avatars like Krishna and Rama to restore balance in the universe. Characters in the story:

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The Cosmic Role of Garbhodakshayi Vishnu
By admin October 16, 2024October 16, 2024 Bhagavata Purana

The Cosmic Role of Garbhodakshayi Vishnu

No time for reading the story? Give it a listen on Spotify. Let us explores the roles of Garbhodakshayi Vishnu within Hindu cosmology, highlighting the significance in the creation and sustenance of the universe. Characters in the story: Lord Vishnu: Lord Vishnu is one of the three major deities in

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The Cosmic Role of Karanodakaśāyī Vishnu (Maha Vishnu)
By admin October 12, 2024October 12, 2024 Bhagavata Purana

The Cosmic Role of Karanodakaśāyī Vishnu (Maha Vishnu)

No time for reading the story? Give it a listen on Spotify. Karanodakaśāyī Vishnu, also called Maha-Vishnu, is the form of Vishnu responsible for creating all the material universes in Hindu cosmology. He controls the cycle of creation and destruction of these universes while existing beyond time and space. Characters

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The Twenty-Four Gurus of Lord Dattatreya
By admin September 28, 2024September 28, 2024 Bhagavata Purana

The Twenty-Four Gurus of Lord Dattatreya

No time for reading the story? Give it a listen on Spotify. This story narrates the teachings of Guru Dattatreya, who learned valuable life lessons from twenty-four natural elements and creatures, each serving as his guru. Through his conversation with a king, he reveals how wisdom can be found everywhere

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When Lord Shiva Traveled to Gokul to See Baby Krishna
By admin August 13, 2024August 13, 2024 Bhagavata Purana

When Lord Shiva Traveled to Gokul to See Baby Krishna

No time for reading the story? Give it a listen on Spotify. In this touching story of motherly love, devotion, and Krishna’s divine play, Lord Shiva longs to see the baby Krishna. Characters in the story: Lord Shiva: Lord Shiva holds significant prominence in Hinduism as a prominent deity, revered

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Vishnu's Divine Rescue of Gajendra the Elephant
By admin June 19, 2024June 19, 2024 Bhagavata Purana

Vishnu’s Divine Rescue of Gajendra the Elephant

No time for reading the story? Give it a listen on Spotify. Gajendra Moksha, also known as Gajendra Moksham, is a significant episode in the Bhagavata Purana, highlighting the importance of Bhakti (devotion), prayer, and true devotion. This famous incident in Hinduism carries profound symbolic meanings. Characters in the story:

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When Hanuman Swallowed Sudarshana Chakra to Teach It a Lesson
By admin May 30, 2024May 30, 2024 Bhagavata Purana

When Hanuman Swallowed Sudarshana Chakra to Teach It a Lesson

No time for reading the story? Give it a listen on Spotify. In the Dwapara Yuga, many of Vishnu’s attendants grew arrogant, prompting Krishna to seek Hanuman’s help to humble them. This story illustrates how Hanuman swallowed the Sudarshana Chakra to teach a lesson in humility. Characters in the story:

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The Story Behind Krishna Wearing a Peacock Feather on His Head
By admin May 17, 2024May 17, 2024 Bhagavata Purana

The Story Behind Krishna Wearing a Peacock Feather on His Head

No time for reading the story? Give it a listen on Spotify. This story tells of a touching moment during Rama’s exile, where a peacock made an extraordinary sacrifice to help quench Sita’s thirst. This led Rama to make a promise that would be fulfilled in his next incarnation as

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Santhana Gopala Form of Vishnu
By admin April 13, 2024April 13, 2024 Bhagavata Purana

Santhana Gopala Form of Vishnu

No time for reading the story? Give it a listen on Spotify. The tale of Santhana Gopala, a manifestation of Vishnu, intertwines with a story of Krishna and Arjuna, where Krishna taught Arjuna a lesson in humility. Characters in the story: Lord Krishna: Lord Krishna is one of the most

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When Vidura's Wife Offered Banana Peels to Krishna
By admin March 27, 2024March 27, 2024 Bhagavata Purana

When Vidura’s Wife Offered Banana Peels to Krishna

No time for reading the story? Give it a listen on Spotify. When Lord Krishna unexpectedly visits Vidura’s house, it reveals the deep devotion of Vidura’s wife as she humbly serves Krishna with great reverence and love. Characters in the story: Lord Krishna: Lord Krishna is one of the most

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Krishna's Heart In Lord Jagannath Idol
By admin March 3, 2024March 3, 2024 Bhagavata Purana

Krishna’s Heart In Lord Jagannath Idol

No time for reading the story? Give it a listen on Spotify. In the saga of Mahabharat’s aftermath, a tale unfolds of Lord Krishna’s demise and the journey of his sacred heart, shaping the divine destiny of Puri’s Jagannath Temple. Characters in the story: Lord Krishna: Lord Krishna is one

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The Moment Krishna Broke His Flute
By admin February 28, 2024February 28, 2024 Bhagavata Purana

The Moment Krishna Broke His Flute

No time for reading the story? Give it a listen on Spotify. This is a story of love and sacrifice between Radha and Krishna, where Krishna, unable to bear Radha’s passing, breaks his flute and never plays an instrument again. Characters in the story: Lord Krishna: Lord Krishna is one

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By admin October 2, 2023October 2, 2023 Bhagavata Purana

Ranchod: The Story of How Krishna Earned This Name

No time for reading the story? Give it a listen on Spotify. In the famous story of Krishna and Jarasandha, Krishna’s smart move earns him the nickname “Ranchod,” highlighting how unconventional strategies can lead to success. Characters in the story: Lord Krishna: Lord Krishna is one of the most popular

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By admin September 28, 2023October 2, 2023 Bhagavata Purana

When Krishna Helped Jayadeva Complete Geet Govinda

No time for reading the story? Give it a listen on Spotify. In the timeless story of devotion and divine intervention, the poet Jayadeva struggles with writer’s block as he writes about Radha and Krishna. However, he has a miraculous encounter that profoundly alters his life. Characters in the story:

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By admin September 15, 2023September 15, 2023 Bhagavata Purana

Radha: Divine Birth and Her Love and Devotion to Krishna

No time for reading the story? Give it a listen on Spotify. This is the captivating story of Radha, whose birth was arranged by Lord Vishnu due to Lord Surya’s strong affection, and her extraordinary love story with Krishna, which went beyond mortal and divine realms. Characters in the story:

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By admin September 4, 2023September 4, 2023 Bhagavata Purana

When Krishna Taught Brahma the Lesson of Self-Realization

No time for reading the story? Give it a listen on Spotify. In Braj, the unassuming Lord Krishna’s divine nature is tested by Lord Brahma, leading to a journey of humbling realization and forgiveness. Characters in the story: Lord Krishna: Lord Krishna is one of the most popular and revered

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By admin September 2, 2023September 2, 2023 Bhagavata Purana

When Mata Yashodha Saw the Universe Within Krishna’s Mouth

No time for reading the story? Give it a listen on Spotify. In the serene village of Vrindavan, a captivating story unfurled—of Krishna, a young boy whose mischievous smile concealed a universe within. Characters in the story: Lord Krishna: Lord Krishna is one of the most popular and revered deities

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