4. Puranas: Vast genre of Hindu literature, mythical narratives explaining cosmology, legends, and traditions, fostering cultural and spiritual understanding.
Introduction The Bhargava Purana is one of the eighteen Upapuranas, which are secondary Hindu religious texts supplementing the primary Mahapuranas. Named after the sage Bhrigu, one of the revered Saptarishis (seven great sages), the Bhargava Purana is dedicated to the teachings, stories, and rituals associated with the Bhrigu lineage. This Purana highlights the significance of … Read more
Introduction The Varuna Purana is one of the eighteen Upapuranas, a category of Hindu religious texts that serve as supplementary scriptures to the major Puranas. Named after Varuna, the Vedic deity of water and cosmic order, this Purana focuses on the worship, mythology, and philosophical teachings associated with Varuna. The text provides detailed descriptions of … Read more
Introduction The Kalika Purana is one of the eighteen Upapuranas, a category of secondary scriptures in Hindu religious literature. It holds a significant place in Shaktism, the tradition devoted to the worship of the Goddess (Devi). The Kalika Purana is particularly focused on the goddess Kali, her various forms, and the rituals associated with her … Read more
Introduction The Samba Purana is one of the 18 Upapuranas, a genre of Hindu religious texts considered supplementary to the primary Mahapuranas. This Purana is dedicated to Samba, the son of Lord Krishna and Jambavati, and provides detailed accounts of his life, his penance to Surya (the sun god), and the establishment of sun worship … Read more