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When Vamana’s Blessing Turned Raja Mahabali into Gemstones
By admin September 5, 2025September 5, 2025 Garuda Purana

When Vamana’s Blessing Turned Raja Mahabali into Gemstones

No time for reading the story? Give it a listen on Spotify. Characters in the story: Vamana: Vamana, also referred to as Trivikrama, Urukrama, and Upendra, is the fifth avatar in the Dashavatara of Lord Vishnu and the first incarnation to appear in the Treta Yuga. Lord Vishnu: Lord Vishnu

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By admin September 29, 2023October 2, 2023 Garuda Purana

Significance of Performing Shraadh

No time for reading the story? Give it a listen on Spotify. The term “Shraadh” has its origins in the Sanskrit word “Shraddha,” which is derived from the combination of two Sanskrit words: “Sat,” meaning truth, and “Adhar,” meaning basis. In simple terms, it signifies any action or gesture performed

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By admin April 4, 2023April 9, 2023 Garuda Purana

Unlocking Spiritual Enlightenment: The Significance of Gayatri Mantra

The Gayatri Mantra is a powerful hymn from the Rigveda, an ancient Indian scripture that is considered to be one of the most sacred and powerful mantras in Hinduism. It is believed to have been revealed to the sage Vishwamitra, who is considered to be one of the great sages

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By admin April 3, 2023April 30, 2023 Garuda Purana

Sacred Role of Cows in Hinduism and the Deep Significance of Cow Veneration

The cow holds immense significance in Hinduism and is considered a sacred animal by millions of Hindus around the world. The cow is often depicted as a symbol of wealth, strength, and abundance, and is closely associated with many gods and goddesses. Characters in the story: Kamadhenu: Kamadhenu is a

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By admin April 2, 2023April 18, 2023 Garuda Purana

Beyond Death: The Ultimate Judgment of the Soul Based on Life’s Karma

Beyond Death refers to the belief that after physical death, the soul undergoes a final judgment based on the accumulation of its actions and deeds during life, known as karma, which ultimately determines the soul’s eternal fate. Characters in the story: Lord Yama: Lord Yama is the Hindu god of death

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By admin April 1, 2023April 22, 2023 Garuda Purana

Yama, the God of Death, Seeks Enlightenment from Lord Shiva to Overcome Grief after Losing his Son

After the death of his beloved son, Yama, the Hindu deity of death and justice, turns to Lord Shiva to seek enlightenment and find a way to overcome his overwhelming grief. Through his journey, Yama learns valuable lessons about life, death, and the human experience. Characters in the story: Lord

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Shiva as the Guardian of Vaikuntha

Shiva as the Guardian of Vaikuntha

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Love That Breaks Rules vs Love That Upholds Them

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The Origin Story of Kashi: Why Varanasi Is Unlike Any Other City in the World

Beyond Gender and Form: The Profound Inclusivity of the Divine in Sanatana Dharma

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