Traditional Tales
Be inspired and uplifted by these traditional stories from Sri Lanka, retold to us by one who heard them as a child and has loved them ever since. They are offered here, recorded in English and in Tamil, originally published as blogs in YogaMysticism.Today, offered by Svaroopa Vidya Ashram. You will find more stories there.
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Thank you to Nirooshitha Sethuram, Yogaratna in the Svaroopa Yoga tradition. Her offering of these treasured stories comes from her deep heart as well as her expansive knowledge of the tradition. Gurudevi Nirmalananda partners with her in polishing the English presentation, while preserving the foundation in devotion to the Gods.
Our team of narrators are all Svaroopa Yogis, offering their time as a gift to you. May you be enriched by their storytelling - a community effort, just the way the tradition has survived through time.
For more stories, visit www.YogaMysticism.Today.
Episodes
Nov 26, 2017
Nov 12, 2017
Nov 12, 2017
8 min
Thinnan was the son of one who was initially childless. He was drawn to worship Shiva. Not knowing exactly how, he proceeded to do the best he could from a heart filled with devotion. Another devotee judges Thinnan’s innovative offerings, only to learn that Thinnan is even willing to sacrifice a part of his own body, his eyes, to express his deep caring for his Lord.
Read the blog: Story of Kannappa Nayanar | YogaMysticism.Today
Oct 15, 2017
Oct 15, 2017
Oct 15, 2017
11 min
It was a beautiful day on Mt. Kailasa, where Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati were spending time together with their two children, Ganesha and Skanda. The two children went off to play in the foothills of the mountain while Shiva and Parvati were giving blessings to devotees. On that day Lord Brahma, the Creator-God, decided to visit Mt. Kailasa to worship Shiva. On his way, he saw Skanda at the foothills of Mt. Kailasa, but ignored him, and went past him without paying his respects. Lord Skanda got angry and…
Read the blog: Traditional Tales: Shiva’s Guru | YogaMysticism.Today
Sep 17, 2017
Sep 17, 2017
Sep 17, 2017
6 min
This is the first story that most Hindu children hear from their parents. Sage Narada arrives for a visit on Mt. Kailasa, home of Lord Shiva, Goddess Parvati, and their two children Ganesha and Karttikeya. Narada offers a special mango to Lord Shiva, saying it can only be eaten by one individual and cannot be shared. A contest ensues between the two brothers for who will win the prized mango. Enjoy this sweet story with deep meanings and teachings.
Read the blog: Traditional Tales and Mystical Meanings | YogaMysticism.Today