The story of Daksha's sacrifice and how and why Shiva created Virabhadra to destroy it

Daksha's Sacrifice

The story of Subramanyam continues with a yagya performed by the demons to please Shiva who grants them great power. Chanting of Tandava Stotram by Ravana.

Subramanyam, Part 4

The story of Subramanyam continues with the battle against Taraka and stories about Kashyapa Rishi, the father of Soorapadhman. Chanting of Ardhanarishwara Stotram and Subramanyam Suprabhatam.

Subramanyam, Part 3

The story of Subramanyam, from the Sri Kandha Puranam.  Shiva eminates sparks from his eyes, scaring Parvati.  Young Subramanyam scares both the demons and devas. Chanting of Saraswati Stotram and Sri Devi Navaratna Maalika.

Subramanyam, Part 2

The story of Subramanyam, son of Shiva as told in the Sri Kandha Puranam by Kachiappar Sivachariyar. Chanting of Shanmuganar and the 108 names of Subramanyam.

Subramanyam, Part 1

Using modern astronomy we can establish Agastya was alive in 4000 BC. Also, a quick look at his verses in Rig Veda. Chanting of Surya Suprabhatam and two prayers to Lalitha

Agastya, Part 2

Agastya; a great Rig Veda rishi who created his own wife, author of Lalitha Sahasranam, and consumer of the oceans. Chanting of Aditya Hridayam and Lalitha Trishati

Agastya Rishi

Lakshmi is found in different forms throughout the vedic tradition. Chanting of Lakshmi Stuthi, Lakshmi Ashtakam and Sri Suktam.

Lakshmi - Goddess of Abundance

The story of Ayyappa, the child born of Vishnu and Shiva who eventually milks a leopard! Chanting of Mahishasura Mardini

Ayyappa, child of Shiva and Vishnu

Stories of Ganesha from the Mudgala Purana describing his 8 forms.  Thoughts on the inner meanings of Ganesha Puja.  Chanting of Ganapati Pancharatnam and Ganesha

The Origins of Ganesha, Part 2

Great stories from Vedic mythology, traditional recitation of mantras, and Indian music presented from a western perspective with a sense of fun and enjoyment.

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Awesome storytelling

Vedic Mythology, Music, and Mantras

An overview of the four Vedas, chanting selections from the Rig Veda, Gayatri Mantras, and the Purusha Suktam

Rig Veda and Purusha Suktam

Kala Bhairava

Several stories about Shiva as Lord of Dance and Time, plus how he teases his wife Parvati. Chanting of Kala Bhairava Stotram and a melodic devotional song.

Shiva - Kala Bhairava - Ruler of Time

The structure of a puja is examined using mantra examples from several different pujas. Ends with a full Lakshmi puja being chanted followed by Lakshmi Mangala Aarti

Anatomy of a Puja 

Shiva is tricked by Brahma, marries Parvati and their son kills the demon Taraka.  Saturn visits the wedding and causes trouble.  Chanting of Meenakshi Pancharatnam.

Parvati, Divine Mother and wife of Shiva

Navaratri and the story of Durga as told in Chandi Path.

Navaratri; Part 1

Shiva and Water; Taming Ganga so she can come to Earth, a spiritual story and Ganga Stotram and Moulav Ganga Slokam

Shiva and Water-Taming Ganga

Hanuman and Ravana; Hanuman flies to Lanka to find Sita, battles various demons and destroys parts of Ravana's palace, only to be captured by Indrajit, Ravana's son. Chanting of Shiva Tandava Stotram and a selection from the Ramayana.

Hanuman and Ravana in Lanka

Shiva rescues Markendeya, story of Mrytunjaya mantra, Vishnu becomes Markendeya's son in law.  Chanting of Mrytunjaya mantra and Ayush Suktam

Shiva and Markendeya Rishi

Navaratri; Part 2

Navaratri; Part 3

Navaratri; Part 4

Navaratri is the time to enjoy the fullness of the fall season and honor Lakshmi, Saraswati and Durga.  This is the opening podcast of a series of three.

Navaratri; Nine nights of the Divine Mother

King Chitraketu learns about life and death, meets Vishnu and is cursed by Parvati, but he doesn't mind.  Chanting of Sarvamangala mantra and Veda sarshiva stava

Parvati Curses King Chitraketu

Mars and the story of Subramanyam, Agni, Swaha, and the wives of the 7 rishis.  Chanting of Panchashanti and some flute music from magnatunes.com

Mars and the story of Subramanyam, Agni, Swaha, and the wives of the 7 rishis.  Chanting of Panchashanti and some flute music from <a href="http://magnatunes.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">magnatunes.com</a>

Mars and Subramanyam

The story of Ravana and his brothers Kumbakarna and Vibishana.  Ravana steals Lanka from Kubera, insults and annoys Shiva, and meets Vedavati who curses Ravana.  Chanting of Kubera Stotram, Saraswati Stotram and Vani Stavam

The Story of Ravana

Sama Veda explained with chanting selections from Rig and Sama Vedas.  The role of the Upanishads, and selections from Isha Upanishad.  Chanting of Isha Upanishad and a long selection from Sama Veda.

Sama Veda and Isha Upanishad

A look at Shiva and two stories about why he has a blue throat and the Moon in his hair. Chanting of Shiva Ashtakam and Chandra Shekara Ashtakam.

Shiva - Neelakantha - The Blue Throated One

An Introduction to the Nine planets used in Vedic Astrology.  Chanting of the Vyasa mantras for the planets and the Aditya Kavacham

Navagraha, An Introduction to the Nine Planets

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