Sudama was a comrade and schoolmate of Sri Krishna. They studied together under the Guru Sandipani. The Task of Collecting Firewood Among many other students, Sri Krishna, Sudama, and others…
The Power of the Lord's Name After Lord Rama returned to his kingdom from exile, a group of sages began to argue about the superiority of the Lord's Name over…
Lord Siva's Journey to Vrindavan Once, while in deep meditation on Mount Kailash, Lord Siva heard the sweet vibration of Krsna playing His divine flute. Mesmerized, he entered samadhi and…
Once, Lord Śiva, after giving a benediction to a demon named Vṛkāsura, the son of Śakuni, found himself in a very dangerous position. Vṛkāsura was searching for a quick and…
Introduction to Kaushika's Anger Once, Sage Markandeya visited Yudhishthira Maharaja and told the following story – "I am no crane." Brahmana Kaushika was a strict brahmachari who was strong and…
The Birth of Prahlada Maharaja Hiranyakshipu's Quest for Power Once, Hiranyakshipu decided to go to the forest to perform penance. Ignoring the inauspicious omens such as earthquakes and fire seen…
There are some devotees who want to show off. For hours they meditate, for hours they chant, for hours they repeat the name of Lord Krishna. They look down upon…
Sri Krishna and Arjuna's Visit to the Widow The Widow's Devotion Sri Krishna and Arjuna once visited a widow. She had no children and was all alone, but she owned…
Modesty Amidst Fame There was once a famous Russian actor and musician, Peter Mamonov. Despite his fame, he remained modest and accessible to common people. The Journalist's Question When a…
Arjuna's Devotion to Krishna The Visit to Krishna When Sri Krishna was having his siesta, both Duryodhana and Arjuna came to his place. Duryodhana arrived a few minutes earlier and,…