Shabari – the Healer and Devotee
Shabari – the Chieftain’s Daughter Shramana sat on the floor under the tiny window of her room. She hugged her knees, her
BharatNatyam – When the Gift of the Cosmic Dancer Was In the Hands of Evil
“I give you the lyrical grace and beauty of Bharatanatyam,” Lord Nataraja said to Sage Bharatha. “Teach humankind how to worship me
Karna and Sage Parashurama – Hiding a Truth or Telling a Lie
Karna or Radheya His eyes glistened with unshed tears of joyous gratitude. The simple but beautiful flower-bedecked chariot stood in the small
Draupadi’s Humiliation
Draupadi at the Contemptible Kuru Court “Let go of my hand! How dare you touch me?” Draupadi’s piercing voice echoed through the
Chandra – the Waxing and Waning God of the Night Sky
Chandra’s Love for Rohini Chandra was watching Rohini dress in front of the mirror. Her skin glowed in his shimmering light. Her
Karna – Heinously Cast Aside at Birth
Pritha – Karna’s Mother and Princess of Kunti Rashtra It was a combination of fabulous fascination, unexpected astonishment, and overwhelming mother’s love
The Birth of Bhishma – the Epitome of Sacrifice
Ganga’s Oversight – the First Cause for Bhishma’s Birth King Indra’s court was at its resplendent best. The floors and walls shone
The Birth of Krishna – When Kamsa’s Worst Fears Came True
The Night of Krishna’s Birth Torrential rains, bolstered by incessant thunder and lightning, threatened to tear apart Mathura that dark, ferocious night.
Ganapati – the Elephant-Headed God Born of Parvati’s Pure Love
Parvati’s Ire – the Reason for Ganapati’s Birth Parvati was furious. Nandi had done it again! Despite repeatedly warning him, Nandi had
Kaliya, Krishna, and the Dance of Death
The buffaloes bellowed, the boys shouted, and the birds flew shrieking from the trees. The cows bleated in agony as they saw