Explore the rich and diverse traditions of Hindu mythology, from stories of Shiva, Vishnu and Devi to the epic journeys of the Ramayana and Mahabharata. Discover divine encounters, remarkable heroes and sacred narratives exploring creation, duty, devotion and the struggle between good and evil. Rooted in ancient texts and expressed through many regional traditions, these stories remain an important part of living Hindu faith and culture.
The churning of the ocean, or Samudra Manthan, is one of the most vivid and enduring episodes in Hindu sacred storytelling. In the Vishnu…
Read the story : The Churning of the Ocean in the Vishnu PuranaGanesha is one of the most recognisable figures in Hindu tradition: elephant-headed, pot-bellied, and associated with new beginnings, learning and the removal of obstacles.…
Read the story : Ganesha and the Breaking of the Tusk: The Story Behind the Scribe of the Mahabharata
