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The Legend of Gaya: How Vishnu’s Blessing Turned a Demon into Sacred Earth
By admin October 29, 2025October 29, 2025 Skanda Purana

The Legend of Gaya: How Vishnu’s Blessing Turned a Demon into Sacred Earth

No time for reading the story? Give it a listen on Spotify. This story from the Skanda Purana tells of the righteous demon Gayasura, whose selfless devotion transformed him into the sacred land of Gaya Kshetra — a gateway to liberation for all. Characters in the story: Lord Vishnu: Lord

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When Shiva Revealed the Power of Rama’s Name to Parvati
By admin August 3, 2025August 3, 2025 Skanda Purana

When Shiva Revealed the Power of Rama’s Name to Parvati

No time for reading the story? Give it a listen on Spotify. Parvati sees Shiva chanting Rama’s name and wonders why — until he shows her the deep power behind it. Characters in the story: Lord Shiva: Lord Shiva, a major deity in Hinduism, is revered as the destroyer of

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When Shiva Became Vishnu, and Vishnu Became Shiva: A Lesson in Oneness
By admin May 25, 2025May 25, 2025 Skanda Purana

When Shiva Became Vishnu, and Vishnu Became Shiva: A Lesson in Oneness

No time for reading the story? Give it a listen on Spotify. To silence the debate of their devotees, Shiva and Vishnu exchanged forms—revealing the eternal truth that all divinity is One. Characters in the story: Lord Shiva: Lord Shiva, a major deity in Hinduism, is revered as the destroyer

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The Great Race Between Kartikeya and Ganesha: The Story of Love and Wisdom
By admin March 18, 2025March 18, 2025 Skanda Purana

The Great Race Between Kartikeya and Ganesha: The Story of Love and Wisdom

No time for reading the story? Give it a listen on Spotify in English and Hindi. When a divine mango sparks a rivalry between Kartikeya and Ganesha, their race to circle the universe reveals a timeless lesson about love, humility, and the true meaning of wisdom. Characters in the story:

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By admin August 25, 2023August 25, 2023 Skanda Purana

The Divine Story of Lord Jagannath: Origins and Manifestation

No time for reading the story? Give it a listen on Spotify. This is the story of how Lord Jagannath, along with his siblings Lord Balabhadra and Goddess Subhadra, came to be worshipped in the sacred city of Puri, revealing their divine presence and the remarkable events that unfolded. Characters

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The Celestial Origin of Goddess Ganga

The Celestial Origin of Goddess Ganga

Fate vs Free Will: Are the Heroes Truly Free?

Fate vs Free Will: Are the Heroes Truly Free?

When Krishna Bent the Rules: Is Dharma Always Straight?

When Krishna Bent the Rules: Is Dharma Always Straight?

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