The Mahabharata is an ancient Sanskrit epic poem that tells the story of the kingdom of Kurus. It's based on a real war that took place in the 13th or 14th century B.C. between the Kuru and Panchala tribes of the Indian subcontinent. It is regarded as both a historical account of Hinduism's birth and … Continue reading Legends & Myths of India: Krishna the Peace-maker
Mythology
Mythology #2: Ancestor, Individualism, Group Conformation
Mythology is part of our lives, unconsciously in symbols within our minds, body, and reflected through our beliefs, faith, and interaction with the external world. Mythology is also the influence of outside forces, and our instinctual nature to belong to a group, to whom has a leader to which we follow. This is part 2, … Continue reading Mythology #2: Ancestor, Individualism, Group Conformation
C.G. Jung: Mythology
Mythology is the make up of our unconscious, starting point of our dreams, aspirations, and imagination. I have always been fascinated by mythology, mythical creatures, and legends of the world. These stories and images help us develop a perception of the world in early childhood, and continue to be guides throughout adulthood. C. G. Jung … Continue reading C.G. Jung: Mythology
Eros
Eros & Psyche “The kernel of all jealousy is lack of love.” C.G. Jung Love is the essence of joy and pain, love is the essence of life and death. This post contains a few quotes on love, to which may make you think. This post is of Eros , a brief introduction to his mythology, … Continue reading Eros
Myth & Legends of India: Krishna, Naraka and the Founding of Dvaraka
Enjoy this tale from Myths & Legends of India ❤ Because Krishna is a major character in the epic, Vyasa - or those who hand down the epic orally, with many changes and additions - felt the need to include a full account of his life. The pretext for it is a conflict between Sisupala … Continue reading Myth & Legends of India: Krishna, Naraka and the Founding of Dvaraka
