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43. Episode 43: Khajurao
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Devdutt takes a closer look at the famous Khajuraho Temples, elaborating on the site's architecture and history as a symbol of sexual desire.
42. Episode 42: Dwarka
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Devdutt explains the meaning behind Dwarkadheesh, one of Lord Krishna's many alternate names, and the god's connection to the holy land of Dwarka.
41. Episode 41: Mountains
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Devdutt takes a deeper look at why and how mountains are perceived as the physical and spiritual centers of the universe in Hindu mythology.
40. Episode 40: Forest & Field
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Devdutt discusses the prominence of forests in mythological stories, exploring the role they have played and the concepts they represent.
39. Episode 39: Brothers & Sisters
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Devdutt shares stories of notable siblings in Hindu mythology, explaining their unique place in the larger framework of the epic tales.
38. Episode 38: Mothers
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Devdutt explains maternal depictions in Hindu mythology, including selfless mothers along with those who fell prey to their own temptations.
37. Episode 37: Kingship
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Devdutt elaborates on the various benevolent and tyrannical kings of ancient texts, focusing particularly on lords Rama, Ravana and Krishna.
36. Episode 36: Rites of Passage
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Devdutt interprets the importance of rites of passage in India, explaining whether they are religious concepts or cultural experiences.
35. Episode 35: Grama Devta
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Devdutt discusses the forgotten ancient roots of Indian city names and their connection to mythical fertility goddesses and protector gods.
34. Episode 34: Vedic Gods as Fathers
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Devdutt speaks to the significance of the paternal figure in Hindu mythology, with particular emphasis on the Vedic god, Brahma.
33. Episode 33: Dravida
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Devdutt explores epic tales from southern India, known for their focus on mortals, particularly the roles of women, rather than gods.
32. Episode 32: Harishchandra
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Devdutt discusses the legacy of Harishchandra, an ancestor of Rama, known for his loyalty and determination to keep his word despite dire consequences.
31. Episode 31: Yayati
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Devdutt recounts the events and morals of the story of Yayati, the ancient king who traded in his own old age for his young son's youth.
30. Episode 30: Years in Exile
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Recounting the volume of the Mahabharata in which the Pandavas spent 13 years in exile, Devdutt explains the lessons they learned while in the forest.
29. Episode 29: Radha
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Devdutt explores the relationship between Lord Krishna and Radha, including the significance of their love story despite never being married.
28. Episode 28: Ramayana Characters in Mahabharata
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Devdutt explains how, despite taking place in two different eras, the Mahabharata and the Ramayana contain several overlapping characters.
27. Episode 27: Storytellers of Ramayana & Mahabharata
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Devdutt discusses theories of how the Ramayana and Mahabharata texts emerged, including the roles of ancient poets and sages in passing them on.
26. Episode 26: Rama’s Ancestors
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Devdutt's in-depth look at the Surya Vansh dynasty reveals Lord Rama’s many ancestors and their shared struggles, values and strength of character.
25. Episode 25: Surya Vansh & Chandra Vansh
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Devdutt narrates stories revealing the lives and character traits of the kings in Indian mythology's two most prominent dynasties.
24. Episode 24: Surya Dev
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Devdutt discusses how sun worship began in India, illuminating the folklore and significance surrounding the Sun God in Hindu mythology.
23. Episode 23: Amrit Manthan
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Devdutt recounts the origins and hidden meanings of the tale of the churning of the oceans, one of the most popular stories in the Mahabharata.
22. Episode 22: Aarti-Toran
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Exploring the ways in which entrances of Indian homes are decorated, Devdutt explains why the doorway holds a special importance in Hindu mythology.
21. Episode 21: Yoga
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Devdutt elaborates on the birth of the centuries-old tradition of yoga, its many subsets and the discipline's place in Indian philosophy.
20. Episode 20: Dhyan & Darshan
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Devdutt explains the notions of observation and reflection as defined by Hinduism, exploring the ways in which both ideas can manifest themselves.
19. Episode 19: Christanity & the Bible
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In a discussion of the emergence and evolution of Christianity in India, Devdutt highlights how the faith has been diversified throughout the country.
18. Episode 18: Greek Mythology
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Devdutt examines the influence of Alexander the Great on Indian folklore and compares the plots and themes of Indian and Greek mythology.
17. Episode 17: Jainism
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Devdutt elucidates the religion of Jainism, including its principles, key teachers, places of worship and relation to Buddhism.
16. Episode 16: Buddhism
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Devdutt details the origins of Buddhism by tracing the life of the prince Siddhartha and his meditative path toward enlightenment.
15. Episode 15: Karna
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Through a discussion of the warrior Karna’s complex childhood, Devdutt elucidates on the truth of the Mahabharata's most misunderstood characters.
14. Episode 14: Women in Mahabharat
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Devdutt discusses major female players in the Mahabharata, and how the changing depictions of women through time reflect an evolution of social norms.
13. Episode 13: Jagannath Temple of Puri
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Devdutt speaks to the history, deities and rituals of the famous temple dedicated to Lord Jagannath in the state of Orissa.
12. Episode 12: 8 Types of Marriage
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Devdutt illuminates the meaning of marriage within Hindu society, and elaborates on the eight types of marital unions outlined in religious texts.
11. Episode 11: Elephants
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Devdutt speaks to the origins and value of elephants in Hindu mythology, focusing on the animal’s various iterations in the ancient chronicles.
10. Episode 10: Varaha & Narasimha
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Devdutt details the two dark avatars of Vishnu, explaining how and where they are worshipped, and comparing them to the deity's more serene forms.
9. Episode 9: Shabri
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Devdutt expands on the importance of Shabri, one of the god Ram's central devotees, and clears up confusion around the various versions of her story.
8. Episode 8: Hanuman
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Devdutt recounts several anecdotes that explain the characteristics, backstory and significance of Hanuman, a key figure in the Ramayana.
7. Episode 7: Ravana
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In a discussion of Ravana, the antagonist of the Ramayana, Devdutt clarifies the contradictory perceptions of him as both a demon and a king.
6. Episode 6: Uttara Ramayana
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Devdutt takes a deep dive into the final chapter of the Ramayana, analyzing why it is viewed by many as a separate tale from the epic poem.
5. Episode 5: Haldi, Kumkum, Chandan, Bhasm
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Devdutt looks at the many powders used in Hindu prayers and rituals, from turmeric to sandalwood, and explains the symbolic significance of each.
4. Episode 4: Vrat
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Devdutt explains the evolution of the practice of fasting, and the significance behind various types of fasts observed around India.
3. Episode 3: Aatma
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Devdutt breaks down the complex notions of the inner soul as understood by different schools of Hinduism, as well as other world religions.
2. Episode 2: Astik-Nastik
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Devdutt delves into various Indian philosophies, comparing different approaches to gods and karma along with atheist schools of thought.
1. Episode 1: Vedic Gods & Goddesses
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Devdutt re-introduces gods and goddesses that are no longer worshipped today, and explores why they took a backseat to more prominent Vedic deities.
