Evergreen Purana Stories

Here are some fascinating episodes from the great Hindu epics, some so popular that we never tire of retelling them, and others that are lesser known but worth sharing. 

The stories are simplified to an extent that they can be easily read out to children too... 

Forever 16 - How Markandeya Became a Chiranjeevi

Muchukunda: The Blessed Chozha King Who Brought Thyagesa to Thiruvarur

Sarvam Vishnu Mayam Jagat: Brahma Realises that Krishna Is Omnipresent

The Destruction of Tripura - Pride, Anger and Delusion

When Lord Shiva Hid In The Garhwal Mountains - Story of the Panch Kedar Yatra

Satyakama Jabala - Transformation through Guru's Grace

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