Author: Jessica

Vlad the Impaler? Yeah, he’s like the OG vamp before those glittery dudes took over. This dude was straight-up spooky, no sparkles needed. So, let’s talk about how this gnarly 15th-century dude ended up inspiring everyone’s favorite nightmare, Count Dracula. Born to Be Badass in Transylvania Vlad the Impaler was basically born to be badass. He came into the world in 1431 in Transylvania, which is like modern-day Romania. His pops, Vlad Dracul, was part of this super-secret club called the Order of the Dragon. They were all about keeping Christianity safe and sound, and that’s where the whole “Dracula”…

Who Was Eklavya? In the mysterious tapestry of ancient Indian lore, there rises a figure of enduring interest—Eklavya. This son of the poor stock of the Nishada tribe, a hunter-tribe of the forests, was a moody guardian of unshakeable loyalty and boundless zeal. His heart afire with the desire to be an archer sans pareil, like that fabled Prince Arjuna. Dronacharya’s Rejection The sands of fate brought Eklavya to the holy feet of Dronacharya, the great teacher of the Kuru princes. And with hope in his heart and spirit unbent, he wished to be the student of the master. But…

Ever read a poem that just hit you in the feels, like it totally got what your heart was trying to put into words? That’s the cool thing about poems. They don’t always have to rhyme or have a beat to be good. Sometimes, it’s all about how they resonate with you, like they’re echoing in your chest even after you’ve put the book down. But what really makes a poem tick? Let’s dive into that. The Emotion Factor Memorable poems come from the heart. They don’t put on airs or try to trick you—they just lay it all out…

“You were born with wings, why prefer to crawl through life?” That’s Rumi dropping some serious truth bombs. It’s not just a cool quote, it’s like he’s poking our hearts saying, “Remember, you’ve got big things inside you!” His poetry’s been a comfort blanket for people all over the world, especially when we’re feeling a bit lost or like we need a hug. Mirror to the Soul Reading Rumi is like holding up a mirror to your soul. His stuff goes deep, talking about the human heart and all the feels—good, bad, happy, sad, you name it. Take that one…

The All-Powerful Child with Unlimited Curiosity Hanuman’s leap into the sun is India’s biggest mythological story. Hanuman was a God’s child, and he was curious, adventurous, and fearless. Early morning, he saw the shining sun and thought it to be a ripe mango. Hunger and innocence overpowering him, he leaped upwards hoping to pluck it. This leap was not a cloud-hopping jump—it was a metaphor for limitless courage, untrammelled inquiry, and non-exploding talent. Strength Knows No Age While he was just a little boy, Hanuman’s jump towards the sun was something unimaginable even for gods. It was not only that…

Hanuman Jayanti is a celebration of devotion, valour, and selflessness. Lord Hanuman’s birthday is on this day and is celebrated through prayer, fasting, and chanting sacred mantras. People have the belief that chanting Hanuman with great force can repel fear, fill you with strength, and bring peace. You can be blessed with protection, strength, and clarity by using these Hanuman mantras to call upon his divine power and bring prosperity. Why Chanting Hanuman Mantras Matters Shri Hanuman represents devotion (bhakti), strength (shakti), and wisdom (gyan). Mantras recited on Hanuman Jayanti cleanse the mind and bring alive these energies in us.…

A River of Heaven with a Mission The birth of River Ganga on our earth is not just a myth of sacred water—more than that, it’s a myth of faith, humility, and cosmic equilibrium. Flowing initially only in heaven, Ganga was the celestial river no human had ever seen. But her journey to the world was meant to accomplish a king’s long-abandoned task: freeing the souls of his ancestors. King Bhagirath’s Resolve King Bhagirath, a just king of the solar dynasty, was weighed down with a calamitous past. His ancestors had been left with nothing but ashes as a result…

The Fury of Indra In the densely populated village of Vrindavan, the people were about to offer their annual gift to Indra, the rain god. Young Krishna resented the tradition despite being much older than his age. He requested the villagers to offer their gifts to Govardhan Hill, the benefactor of their prosperity and protector, rather than Indra. Villagers obeyed, making offerings and gifts to the sacred hill instead of Indra. This transformation in worship leads us to the day Krishna lifted Govardhan for the first time. Indra, upon seeing that his worship was forsaken, was hurt in his ego.…

The Challenge of the Bow King Janaka of Mithila had a daughter named Sita, born of earth and radiant with divine beauty. In search of a suitable husband for her, he issued a challenge—only the one who could lift and string the great Pinaka, Lord Shiva’s bow, could marry her. Kings and warriors from all directions came, each willing to display his brawn. One after another, however, they were unable to move the huge bow. A Trial of Strength and Destiny The great princes and sages stood by and witnessed the mightiest warriors fight with the heavenly sword. Next arrived…

The Churning of the Ocean The churning of the ocean, or the Samudra Manthan, was a time of great upheaval and expectation. Gods and demons, uncomfortably in alliance, churned the cosmic sea for amrita, the elixir of immortality. But they got something far worse before they could lay their hands on their loot—a terrible poison named Halahala, pitch black and potent enough to destroy all of existence. The moment when Shiva drank poison to save the universe was at hand. A Deadly Threat The toxic vapors spread rapidly, threatening everything they encountered. The gods trembled with terror, and the demons…