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Misunderstanding the Flood Myth
Some historians have tried to connect all three stories because they share floods, boats, and fish. But these similarities are only superficial. The meanings are…
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Genetics of Love-Jihad and Love-Jauhar
Twenty years ago, the phrase ‘Love-Jihad’ entered the Indian public sphere. The underlying idea was that Hindu women were being…
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India Has Many Krishnas
India does not have one Krishna, it has many. Each region, language, social class, and historical moment has shaped its…
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Not Just a Target, Manusmriti Can Be a Weapon
There is so much in Manusmriti that could be used to challenge the so-called defenders of Hindu dharma on their…
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Itihasa: A History of Hindu Mythology
Deeply researched and painstakingly put together, this magnum opus by Bharat’s foremost mythologist, Devdutt Pattanaik, explores: how Hindu mythology changed with history; how Indian history…
