Devlok With Devdutt Pattanaik

Devdutt re-introduces gods and goddesses that are no longer worshipped today, and explores why they took a backseat to more prominent Vedic deities.

Devdutt delves into various Indian philosophies, comparing different approaches to gods and karma along with atheist schools of thought.

Devdutt breaks down the complex notions of the inner soul as understood by different schools of Hinduism, as well as other world religions.

Devdutt explains the evolution of the practice of fasting, and the significance behind various types of fasts observed around India.

Devdutt looks at the many powders used in Hindu prayers and rituals, from turmeric to sandalwood, and explains the symbolic significance of each.

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.

In a discussion of Ravana, the antagonist of the Ramayana, Devdutt clarifies the contradictory perceptions of him as both a demon and a king.

Devdutt recounts several anecdotes that explain the characteristics, backstory and significance of Hanuman, a key figure in the Ramayana.

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.

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.

Devdutt speaks to the origins and value of elephants in Hindu mythology, focusing on the animal’s various iterations in the ancient chronicles.

Devdutt illuminates the meaning of marriage within Hindu society, and elaborates on the eight types of marital unions outlined in religious texts.

Devdutt speaks to the history, deities and rituals of the famous temple dedicated to Lord Jagannath in the state of Orissa.

Devdutt discusses major female players in the Mahabharata, and how the changing depictions of women through time reflect an evolution of social norms.

Through a discussion of the warrior Karna’s complex childhood, Devdutt elucidates on the truth of the Mahabharata's most misunderstood characters.

Devdutt details the origins of Buddhism by tracing the life of the prince Siddhartha and his meditative path toward enlightenment.

Devdutt elucidates the religion of Jainism, including its principles, key teachers, places of worship and relation to Buddhism.

Devdutt examines the influence of Alexander the Great on Indian folklore and compares the plots and themes of Indian and Greek mythology.

In a discussion of the emergence and evolution of Christianity in India, Devdutt highlights how the faith has been diversified throughout the country.

Devdutt explains the notions of observation and reflection as defined by Hinduism, exploring the ways in which both ideas can manifest themselves.

Devdutt elaborates on the birth of the centuries-old tradition of yoga, its many subsets and the discipline's place in Indian philosophy.

Exploring the ways in which entrances of Indian homes are decorated, Devdutt explains why the doorway holds a special importance in Hindu mythology.

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.

Devdutt discusses how sun worship began in India, illuminating the folklore and significance surrounding the Sun God in Hindu mythology.

Devdutt narrates stories revealing the lives and character traits of the kings in Indian mythology's two most prominent dynasties.

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.

Devdutt discusses theories of how the Ramayana and Mahabharata texts emerged, including the roles of ancient poets and sages in passing them on.

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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.

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