Folktales In English

Folktales In English

Bakasura: Supernatural man-eater in Hindu epic Mahabharata

Bakasura: Supernatural man-eater in Hindu epic Mahabharata

Our King tried to fight the giant with a big army. But Bakasura was very strong. He defeated the King and his army… A rakshasa, “man-eater” in epic Mahabharata Bakasura: A Rakshasa – The Pandavas and their mother, Kunti, wandered about the country in disguise. After some time they reached a city called Ekachakra. There they stayed in a brahmin’s house. …

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Zacharias and Elizabeth: New Testament Part [II]

Zacharias and Elizabeth: New Testament Part [II]

Stories from the Bible, Zacharias was priest and served at the Temple in Jerusalem… Zacharias and Elizabeth: Story from Bible Elizabeth, Mary’s cousin, was married to Zacharias. Zacharias was priest and served at the Temple in Jerusalem. Elizabeth and Zacharias had no children. Because they were old, they did not expect to have any. One day when Zacharias was busy …

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The Shepherds Hear the Good News: New testament Part [IV]

The Shepherds Hear the Good News: New testament Part [IV]

There they found Mary and Joseph and Baby Jesus in the stable… The Shepherds Hear the Good News: Story From Bible The night Jesus was born, a group of shepherds were in the fields near Bethlehem. The shepherds were looking after their sheep. Suddenly, a great light shown around them, and an angel of the lord stood by them. The …

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Mary and Joseph travel to Bethlehem: New Testament Part [III]

Mary and Joseph travel to Bethlehem: New Testament Part [III]

Stories from the Bible, Not long after they were married, the Roman Emperor, Augustus Caesar, wanted to make… Mary and Joseph travel to Bethlehem Mary was engaged to marry Joseph. After telling Mary she was to be the mother of the Son of God, the angel also spoke to Joseph. The angel told Joseph that Mary was to have a …

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Markandeya: The boy who was always sixteen

The boy who was always sixteen: Story of Markandeya

There was once a great rishi (Saint) whose name was Mrikandu. Some times he felt very sad since he had no son. So he prayed to God Shiva day and night. At last, Shiva appeared before Mrikandu, and said: “Mrikandu! I am very pleased with your tapas (Prayer). Ask for any boon that you desire.” “O great God”, said Mrikandu, …

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