Mythology

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Significance of Gold during Dhanteras #SpeakingOfGold

#SpeakingOfGold with Devdutt Pattanaik Author Devdutt Pattanaik discusses the arrival of Goddess Laxmi that symbolizes prosperity and the auspiciousness of festive days like Dhanteras for bringing gold into your home. “#SpeakingOfGold with Devdutt Pattanaik

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The golden leaf in Ramayana

In this infographic, we discover the various instances where gold was used as a symbolic reference in the Ramayana.

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Gold – the seed of Agni

As per Hindu mythology, Agni (God of fire) became one with water, and thus gold was created. Since then, Gold is regarded as the seed of Agni.

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How Ravana won and lost his golden kingdom

Read about the interesting turn of events that led to Ravana first capturing and later losing the golden city of Lanka, as narrated in the Ramayana.

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A matter of faith

Hindu mythology suggests the importance of gold and further elaborates on how it's an auspicious metal for all occasions in Indian culture.

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The golden story of Lord Venkatesh

The loyal devotees have immensely contributed towards making Tirupati the richest Hindu temple in India. In fact, the roof of the sanctum sanctorum is entirely covered in gold

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Preview How gold ring helped in reuniting King Dushyant & Shakuntala

The golden ring of King Dushyanta

The golden ring plays a vital role in the love story of King Dushyant and Shakuntala. Find the whole story behind their separation and reunion

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Gold- The metal of Gods!

The only metal that is believed to be the divine, brings wisdom and wealth.

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