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Katha Weaver

Hello and welcome to "Katha Weaver" podcast! I am your host, Priya, and I am thrilled to take you on a journey through the Indian Epics and Puranas, which are full of mesmerizing stories. From mystical creatures to demigods, brace yourself for some intriguing and captivating tales. I believe these tales are an important part of our rich heritage and impact the cultural fabric of India

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Episode 38 - The defeat of Narakasura

Katha Weaver ·

2024/01/31

Sixteen thousand and one hundred—that's what Satyabhama said when she counted the number of women Narakasura had imprisoned in his fortress. Listen to the story is of Narakasura and how Lord Krishna vanquished him and saved the world from his atrocities.

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Episode 37 - The significance of Putrada Ekadashi

Katha Weaver ·

2024/01/18

Many of us observe fasting in our country. Fasting holds a profound purpose, a purpose whispered in the ancient verses of the Brahmavarta Purana. To fast, it is said, is to abstain not only from sustenance but also from the clutches of sin and worldly indulgence. Fasting, especially on the day of Ekadashi, is said to purify our soul, and help us towards attaining Moksha and communion with the Supreme Lord Sri Krishna. In Bhavishya Uttara Purana, the story of Putrada Ekadashi has been narrated by

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Episode 36 - Lord Ayappa

Katha Weaver ·

2024/01/10

Sabarimala is one of the most prominent temples in Kerala, dedicated to the deity Lord Ayappa. It is visited by over 50 million devotees every year, making it one of the most popular pilgrimages in the world. Like many of our tales, the story of Lord Ayappa also varies across regions, and today I will share the narrative that is widely known.

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Episode 35 - Ravan seizes Lanka

Katha Weaver ·

2024/01/03

The association between the names Lanka and Ravana is deeply ingrained in our cultural narratives. However, the history reveals that Ravana was not the original ruler of the illustrious city of gold. The city of gold belonged to someone else, and Ravan, just like the way he seized Sita devi, who didn’t belong to him, seized this city also.

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Episode 34 - The fight of Abhimanyu

Katha Weaver ·

2023/12/20

In the grand tapestry of the Mahabharata, where valor and destiny entwined, Abhimanyu the son of Arjuna was one warrior who turned the tide, in the battle of Kurukshetra

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Episode 33 - Rishi Chyavana and origin of Chyawanprash

Katha Weaver ·

2023/12/14

Chyawanparsh is a popular ayurvedic product made with more than 30 herbs and spices and has numerous health benefits, but do you know that Chyawanprash has its roots in the Puranas? So let me tell you about the origin of Chyawanprash.

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Episode 32 - Lord Krishna’s fight with Banasura

Katha Weaver ·

2023/12/06

Banasura, the eldest son of King Bali and was given a benediction by Lord Shiva that his kingdom would be granted protection from all threats. So, when it was time for Banasura to fight Lord Krishna, Lord Shiva descended along with his sons to fight alongside his ardent devotee. An epic battle ensued between the two Supreme Lords and Universe watched it with bathed breath. The reason for the fight?. Well it was the love between Anirudh (grandson of Krishna) and Usha (daughter of Asur Banasura)

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Episode 31 - Lord Rama's return to Vaikuntha

Katha Weaver ·

2023/11/22

After Sita Devi took refuge in the arms of her Mother Earth, Lord Rama suffered intolerable grief. He came back to Ayodhya, made a golden idol of Sita Devi, and had it occupy the place next to him as his wife.Eventually, Lord Rama’s mothers also reunited with King Dashrath in the transcendental realm. The time for Lord Ram’s pastime on earth was also nearing an end, and once Kaala, the time personified, visited Lord Rama and he too, in accordance with his divine nature, left the mortal life and

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Episode 30 - Damodar lila

Katha Weaver ·

2023/11/15

Kartik month is considered to be the most important of all months according to our Vedic calendar. In this month, we worship the very beautiful form of Lord Krishna in the form of Damodar. “Dama” means rope," and "udara" means "belly”. Little Krishna was once bound by ropes around his belly by his mother, Yashoda, hence the name Damodar. However, inspite of being tied, little Krishna continued with his mischief which led to the freeing two demigods from their curse.

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Episode 29 - The abode of Lord Balaji

Katha Weaver ·

2023/11/08

Lakshmi Devi left Vaikuntha and descended to earth when she felt insulted by an incident involving Lord Vishnu. Unable to bear the separation, Lord Vishnu also came down to earth and started meditating, he soon incarnated as Lord Srinivasa and thus began the tale of Lord Balaji.

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Episode 28 - The five arrows

Katha Weaver ·

2023/11/01

After a few days of the Kurukshetra battle, Duryodhana, the eldest of the Kauravas, was upset with Bhishma, as he thought Bhishma was not giving his heart and soul to the war. This led to Bhishm gifting Duryodhana a powerful celestial weapon, as the arrows were strong enough to kill the five Pandavas and end the war in an instant. But Lord Krishna stepped in and turned the tide of battle.

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Episode 27 - The defeat of Arjuna

Katha Weaver ·

2023/10/25

Arjuna was one of the greatest warrior. He was known for his virtuous behaviour, for upholding dharma, being courageous, and for being a warrior of great strength and intelligence. But Arjuna was also flawed, and at times his pride took over his good judgement and humility. Once, Arjuna thought he was superior to Lord Krishna and Lord Balarama and engaged in an act that, in the end, made him realize the purpose of his life.

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Episode 26 - The slayer of Rakthabhij

Katha Weaver ·

2023/10/18

When the asura brothers Shumbh and Nishumbh sent a proposal to Maa Durga for marriage, she called on the brothers for a battle to prove their prowess.However, at the battlefield, Maa Durga witnessed an unlikely asura Raktabhij, which called for the manifestation of the firece form of Shakti, Maa Kali.

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Episode 25 - The first of all kings

Katha Weaver ·

2023/10/11

When the evil King Vena dies without an heir, the sages come together to create a being from Vena’s body. They name the being Prithu, who is also believed to be the incarnation of Lord Vishnu.But due to the long absence of a king to govern the Bhuloka, the land couldn’t flourish, and soon there was a scarcity of food grains. Prithu, the newly crowned king, took up the task of getting his subjects out of their pitiable condition, and thus the search for Earth began, as she was the only one who could

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Episode 24 - - The rivalry of Sage Dadhichi and King...

Katha Weaver ·

2023/10/04

Sage Dadhichi and King Kshuva were close friends. Although they were good friends and remained so for years, they had contrasting views. And one such view led to an epic battle where even the Gods got involved. Powered by the boons by Mahadev, Sage Dadhichi gets ready for a battle of revenge, however in the end Sage Dadhichi becomes an epitome of sacrifice and selflessness.

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Episode 23 - The vahana of Lord Ganesha

Katha Weaver ·

2023/09/27

When we look at the idol or images of Ganapathi, we never miss to notice the tiny creature sitting at the feet of Lord Ganesha, his vahana Mooshak. So lets hear how a small mouse ended up being the vahana of the big and mighty Lord Ganesha.

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Episode 22 - The immovable one

Katha Weaver ·

2023/09/20

Dhruva, the five-year-old grandson of Manu and son of King Uttanapada took up the daunting task of seeking God in order to respond to the humiliation by his stepmother. However, the quest for God turned into a voyage of self-discovery, and Dhruva was blessed to hold the highest place in the whole of Brahmanda. He became the brightest, immovable star that has been guiding travelers since the dawn of time.

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Episode 21 - An unexpected ally

Katha Weaver ·

2023/09/13

Lord Rama and his vanarsena had no idea about Ravan or his location. Lord Ram’s friend in this mission, Sugriva, sent thousands of monkeys to comb the earth to look for Sita Devi. Hanuman, Angad and other vanars were sent to the south, where they encountered Sampati, whose crucial role helped in the unfolding of events in the epic battle of Ramayana.

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Episode 20 -The son of Harishchandra

Katha Weaver ·

2023/07/12

King Harishchandra, often known as Satyavadi Raja Harishchandra, yearned for a child and prayed to Varun Dev for his blessings. His wish was granted, but it came with a clause. Will Harishchandra uphold the values that he was known for? Or will his love for his son make him forgo his virtuous nature?

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Episode 19 - The pursuit of Mritasanjivani

Katha Weaver ·

2023/07/05

Shukracharya, the Sage of Asuras possessed the knowledge of Mritasanjivani mantra which could infuse life into the dead, thereby ensuring an endless army of rivals for the Devas. The Devas concerned with this power of Shukracharya, devised a plan to steal the mantra – a plan that entailed love, betrayal and a curse!

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