Spiritual(ism)
When Brahma returned with his entourage, Bhageeratha resumed his austere penance, standing on a single toe, invoking the Lord of Elements, Shiva. Pleased by Bhageeratha’s devotion, Shiva addressed him, “O King, with your selfless purpose, I shall bear the sacred Ganga upon my head.” On Shiva’s assurance, Ganga, daughter of Himavat and purifier of sins,…
Addressing the supplicants, Brahma spoke with a reassuring calm, “Fear not. The earth lies under the protection of Vasudeva, who appears now in the form of Kapila. However, it will soon be disrupted by the sons of Sagara, who, driven by their boundless zeal, shall dig deep and disturb all habitats. They will meet their…
In days of yore, the divine assembly, led by Agni and wise sages, approached the exalted Brahma, entreating him to bestow upon them a new commander, for their current chief, Rudra, had entered into a profound penance that would endure for countless years. Perceiving their need, Brahma proposed that Agni might persuade the river goddess…
O Rama! Once Brahmadatta had taken all the maidens as his brides, a sense of emptiness weighed upon the noble Kusanabha. Yearning for a son, he turned to contemplation, and in that moment, his father, the wise Kusa, spoke words of prophecy: “A righteous son shall be born to you, bearing the name Gadhi. He…
Upon successfully completing their task, Rama and Lakshmana retired for the night at Siddhashram, their hearts filled with deep satisfaction. At dawn, after performing the morning rites, they approached Sage Vishvamitra and, with folded hands, spoke, “We stand ready to serve you. Command us with whatever task you see fit, and we shall fulfill it…
Having absorbed the divine essence of celestial astras and mastered the powers of the weapon gods, Rama embarked on a journey on foot, following the venerable sage Visvamitra, whose greatness he now fully comprehended. The sage counseled Rama to maintain firm control over the withdrawal of the celestial arrows that he had so graciously bestowed…
At dawn, the valiant Rama and Lakshmana, having completed their morning rites, followed Sage Vishvamitra to the sacred banks of the Ganges. There, a gathering of sages brought forth a small but sturdy boat, adorned with seasonal flowers, fragrant creepers, and verdant leaves, a sight pleasing to the eye. “O great sage,” they humbly said,…
When King Dasaratha expressed his inability to honour his pledge to fulfil whatever Sage Vishwamitra asked of him, the sage grew furious but soon regained his composure, understanding the king’s hesitation stemmed from his deep attachment to his sons. With a calm yet firm tone, Vishwamitra addressed the king: “O King! You have pledged to…
King Dasaratha, overjoyed by the birth of his four sons to his queens, rewarded his subjects with great generosity. Gold coins, silver, precious stones, and ornaments were lavishly distributed among the people of Ayodhya—city folk, forest dwellers, and the residents of valleys and mountains alike. The Brahmins were granted fertile lands, cows, oxen, and chariots….
Ayodhya, the illustrious capital of Jambudweep, was governed by the esteemed King Dasaratha, whose rule was marked by wisdom and unmatched administrative prowess. His virtues of restraint and balance adorned his character like jewels, admired and emulated by his subjects. The city’s fortifications were impenetrable, with gates and doors standing heavily guarded, ensuring its security….
