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By admin July 18, 2023July 18, 2023 Markandeya Purana

Bhasmasura, the Ash-turning Demon, Defeated by Lord Vishnu

No time for reading the story? Give it a listen on Spotify. In a quest for ultimate power, the demon Bhasmasura receives a boon from Lord Shiva, but his relentless pursuit of touching the deity leads to his own downfall. Characters in the story: Bhasmasura: Bhasmasura is a figure from

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By admin May 25, 2023May 25, 2023 Markandeya Purana

Devi Saptashati: The Timeless Collection of Hymns Honoring Goddess Durga

The Devi Saptashati recounts the epic battle between the goddess Durga and the demon Mahishasura. Durga, empowered by the gods, defeats Mahishasura after a nine-day battle. Durga’s various manifestations are outlined in the passage, and reciting hymns from the Devi Saptashati evokes Durga’s blessings. Characters in the story: Goddess Durga:

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By admin May 24, 2023May 24, 2023 Markandeya Purana

The Epic Battle: Vritrasura’s Wrath and Indra’s Triumph

Vritrasura, a powerful and prideful demon, wages war against the gods, threatening the balance of the universe. Characters in the story: Vritrasura: Vritrasura, a formidable demon mentioned in Hindu scriptures, is renowned for his immense power and strength. He is depicted as a fierce adversary of the gods, particularly Indra,

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By admin April 27, 2023April 27, 2023 Markandeya Purana

Journey of the Soul: Nachiketa’s Profound Encounter with Yama, the God of Death

The story of Nachiketa is a well-known story from ancient Hindu scriptures. It tells the tale of a young boy who bravely journeyed to the underworld to meet Yama, the God of Death, and learned valuable lessons about life and death. Characters in the story: Nachiketa: Nachiketa is a prominent

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Shiva's Pancha Bhuta Sthalam – Sacred Temples of the Five Elements

Shiva’s Pancha Bhuta Sthalam – Sacred Temples of the Five Elements

The Legend of Amarnath: The Secret of Immortality

The Legend of Amarnath: The Secret of Immortality

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