Discover the inspiring tale of Princess Madalasa, a visionary Indian queen recognized for her profound spiritual wisdom. She crafted the beautiful “Madalasa Upadesh”, not merely as a soothing lullaby, but as an enduring instructive guide for her sons as they journeyed through life. This unique composition, with potent lessons woven intricately into each verse, has transcended generations. It encapsulates the queen’s loving intent to shield her children from adversity, guiding their path towards righteousness. Through this series of posts delve into the poetic mastery of Queen Madalasa and her ageless teachings captured in the Madalasa Upadesh – an eternal beacon of spiritual enlightenment and intellectual growth.
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Why do Hindus celebrate Holi?
According to legend, King Hiranyakashyapu did great penance and earned the boon that he could not be killed by either human or animal. After receiving this boon he began to consider himself immortal and grew arrogant. He demanded that people worship him as God. As luck would have it, his son Prahlad refused to denounceContinue reading “Why do Hindus celebrate Holi?”
Kushanaabh’s 100 daughters
Once upon a time there was a great sage who was also a king. His name was Rajshri[1] Kusha. He had four sons, Kushamba, Kushanaabha, Adhuurtarajasa and Vasu. The four princes grew up to be exceptionally brilliant, noble, brave and honest. Once they came of age, their father encouraged them to build their own kingdoms.Continue reading “Kushanaabh’s 100 daughters”
Baal Ramayana
(Baal Ramayana is Ramayan story in short. It is the story of Rama as narrated by Narad Muni to Valmiki Rishi). It was a regular morning. Everyone at Valmiki Ashram awoke in the early hours and started their day as usual when something unexpected happened. A happy unexpected. Narad Muni, son of Brahma, respected devoteeContinue reading “Baal Ramayana”
Buddha Avatar
Every cycle of creation is called Manvantar. It begins with Sat Yuga and ends with Kal Yuga. In each Manvantar God presents itself to us in different ways. In this Manvantar Lord Vishnu saved Dharma in the following order: Matsya (fish) – an animal that can only live in water Kurma (Turtle) – that canContinue reading “Buddha Avatar”
Prince Rama
Ramayana is the ethos of Indian families, it is indeed the Indian conscience. This is the story Vishnu’s seventh avatar.
Parasurama the Warrior Brahmin
Rishi Jamdagni and Devi Renuka lived in a beautiful Ashram with their 5 sons. Their life was simple and focused on the Lord. Rishi Jamdagni was one of the greatest Rishis of his time with great Yogic powers. One morning, Renuka went to get water from a nearby river as she did every morning. AsContinue reading “Parasurama the Warrior Brahmin”
Vamana – Vishnu’s Fifth Avatar
The great Prahlad brought a sense of morality and showed Daityas how to be kind. His son was a good king but his grandson Bali got all his best qualities. Bali was a great king and his people loved him. He was devoted to his Guru Shukracharya and followed all his advice and commands. TheContinue reading “Vamana – Vishnu’s Fifth Avatar”
Narsimha: Vishnu’s fourth Avatar
Diti’s son Hiranyaksh tried to kidnap Mother Earth and submerge her in darkness of evil. It was an ambitious plan. He almost succeeded too! But Lord Vishnu found a loophole in the boon Brahma Ji had given him. He killed Hiranyaksh as a Varaha and saved Dharma. His brother Hiranyakashyap missed him. Mother Diti hadContinue reading “Narsimha: Vishnu’s fourth Avatar”
Krishna: The Complete Avatar
In Treta Yuga, Lord Vishnu lived amongst us three times. He came as Vamana, Parasurama and King Rama. In Dwapar Yuga once again Mother Earth felt burdened by evil kings and rakshasas. Once again, she approached Lord Vishnu and asked him to protect Dharma. Lord Vishnu promised to take birth in Mathura, destroy evil andContinue reading “Krishna: The Complete Avatar”