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The Story of Karna and Pitru Paksha: Why We Offer Food to Our Ancestors
By admin September 18, 2025September 18, 2025 Mahabharata

The Story of Karna and Pitru Paksha: Why We Offer Food to Our Ancestors

No time for reading the story? Give it a listen on Spotify. Karna was cursed with eternal hunger in heaven because he never performed Shraddha, leading to the sacred sixteen days known as Pitra Paksha so he could return and correct his oversight. Characters in the story: Karna: Karna is

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Five Turning Points That Decided the Mahabharata War
By admin July 13, 2025July 13, 2025 Blog

Five Turning Points That Decided the Mahabharata War

No time for reading the blog? Give it a listen on Spotify. A few shocking moments—heartbreaking deaths, clever tricks, and fateful choices—changed the course and outcome of the Mahabharata war. The Kurukshetra War, the cataclysmic clash at the heart of the Mahabharata, raged for eighteen brutal days, its outcome hanging

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The Legend of Karna's Kavach and Kundal Hidden in a Cave
By admin December 21, 2024December 21, 2024 Mahabharata

The Legend of Karna’s Kavach and Kundal Hidden in a Cave

No time for reading the story? Give it a listen on Spotify in English and Hindi. The legend of Karna’s Kavach (armor) and Kundal (earrings) being hidden in a cave in Bijapur, Chhattisgarh, is a fascinating tale rooted in folklore and beliefs, blending elements of the Mahabharata with local traditions.

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The Role of Shalya in Karna’s Downfall
By admin November 30, 2024November 30, 2024 Mahabharata

The Role of Shalya in Karna’s Downfall

No time for reading the story? Give it a listen on Spotify in English and Hindi. In the great war of Kurukshetra, Shalya, the king of Madra and maternal uncle of the Pandavas, unexpectedly joined the Kaurava side, ultimately playing a crucial role in Karna’s downfall and death. Characters in

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How Krishna Showed Karna Was More Daanveer Than Dharamraj Yudhisthira
By admin August 30, 2024August 30, 2024 Mahabharata

How Krishna Showed Karna Was More Daanveer Than Dharamraj Yudhisthira

No time for reading the story? Give it a listen on Spotify. This story from the Mahabharata highlights the difference between Karna and Yudhisthira in their acts of charity. It reveals why Karna earned the title of “Daanveer,” the greatest donor, through a powerful lesson taught by Krishna to Arjuna.

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Krishna Teaches Arjuna True Generosity Through Karna's Deeds
By admin May 8, 2024May 8, 2024 Mahabharata

Krishna Teaches Arjuna True Generosity Through Karna’s Deeds

No time for reading the story? Give it a listen on Spotify. In this story, Krishna shows Arjuna an important lesson about giving and letting go, using Karna’s selfless gift of two mountains of gold as a key example. Characters in the story: Lord Krishna: Lord Krishna is one of

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Krishna Fulfills Last Wish of Danveer Karna
By admin April 23, 2024April 23, 2024 Mahabharata

Krishna Fulfills Last Wish of Danveer Karna

No time for reading the story? Give it a listen on Spotify. Discover the untold chapter of the last moments of the legendary warrior Karna whose last wish reveals his noble deeds and enduring legacy. Characters in the story: Karna: Karna is a prominent character in the Hindu epic, Mahabharata.

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How Vishnu, as Rama and Krishna, Preserves Cosmic Balance Across Treta and Dwapar Yugas
By admin January 14, 2024January 14, 2024 Ramayana

How Vishnu, as Rama and Krishna, Preserves Cosmic Balance Across Treta and Dwapar Yugas

No time for reading the story? Give it a listen on Spotify. The story of Vishnu’s divine incarnations, spanning the Treta and Dwapara yugas, reveals the eternal struggle to maintain cosmic balance through the preservation of dharma. Characters in the story: Lord Vishnu: Lord Vishnu is one of the three

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By admin July 22, 2023July 22, 2023 Mahabharata

When Krishna’s Praise for Karna Surpassed That of Arjuna

No time for reading the story? Give it a listen on Spotify. In the midst of the Mahabharata war, a monumental clash between two renowned warriors, Arjuna and Karna, unfolds on the battlefield, showcasing their exceptional skills and divine guidance. Characters in the story: Lord Krishna: Lord Krishna is one

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By admin April 22, 2023April 23, 2023 Mahabharata

Parashuram and Karna: The Guru’s Curse and the Warrior’s Destiny

Parashuram, a warrior and mentor to many, once taught Karna, only to later curse him for lying about his caste. Characters in the story: Lord Parashuram: Lord Parashuram is the sixth avatar of Lord Vishnu and is known for his fierce temper and mastery of weaponry and warfare. Karna: Karna

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The Story of Karna and Pitru Paksha: Why We Offer Food to Our Ancestors

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