Myths and Legends: Indian Folklore and Storytelling

Brahma is the Hindu god of creation and one of the members of the holy trinity, along with Vishnu and Shiva.

The Mahabharata is one of the two major Sanskrit epics of ancient India, the other being the Ramayana.

Hanuman is a Hindu god and an ardent devotee of Rama. He is also one of the central characters of the epic Ramayana.

Ravana is the demon king of Lanka and the main antagonist of the Ramayana. He is defeated by Vishnu in his incarnation as Rama.

The Ganges is a sacred river in India that is considered to be a goddess. It is also one of the longest rivers in the world.

The Churning of the Ocean of Milk is a Hindu myth that tells the story of the creation of the world from the churning of the ocean of milk by the gods and demons.

Ganesha is the elephant-headed god in Indian mythology and is considered to be the god of wisdom, prosperity, and good luck.

The Jackal and the Lion is a popular Indian folktale that tells the story of a jackal who tricks a lion into becoming his friend.

Kamadeva is the god of love in Indian mythology and is often depicted as a young, handsome man armed with a bow and arrow.

The Descent of Ganga is a Hindu myth that tells the story of the descent of the goddess Ganga from heaven to earth.

Yama is the god of death in Indian mythology and is often depicted as a fearsome figure with a buffalo head and a noose in his hand.

The Wise Old Man and the Young Prince is a popular Indian folktale that tells the story of a wise old man who teaches a young prince the importance of humility.

Lakshmi is the goddess of wealth and prosperity in Indian mythology and is often depicted as a beautiful woman seated on a lotus flower.

The Marriage of Shiva and Parvati is a Hindu myth that tells the story of the marriage of the god Shiva and the goddess Parvati.