The Epic of Diwali
A Collection of Ramayana Tales
Step into the captivating world of the Ramayana, where each tale unfolds a chapter of virtue, devotion, and the triumph of good over evil. Discover the stories that pave the path to Lord Rama's glorious return to Ayodhya, inspiring the cherished festival of Diwali.
I. The Seeds of Conflict & Divine Origins
Ravana's Boons & Arrogance
Discover how the ten-headed king acquired his immense power through penance and how it led to his fatal pride.
Read StoryHanuman and the Sun
A delightful story from Hanuman's youth, where the divine child sees the sun as a luscious fruit.
Read StoryRama Sets Free Ahalya
Young Rama's touch frees sage Gautama’s wife from a curse that had turned her to stone.
Read StoryII. The Path of Exile & The Great Search
The Golden Deer
The sorrowful story of Maricha's trickery, drawing Rama away and causing Sita's capture by Ravana.
Read StoryHanuman Meets Rama
The crucial encounter in Kishkindha that forms the sacred bond between the mightiest heroes.
Read StoryHanuman’s Leap to Lanka
Rediscovering his lost strength, Hanuman takes a mighty leap across the sea to locate Sita.
Read StoryIII. The War for Lanka
Hanuman and Lankini
Hanuman claims triumph at Lanka's gates, vanquishing the mighty guardian in the enemy stronghold.
Read StorySita in Ashok Vatika
Hanuman discovers the captive Sita, giving her Rama’s ring and a heartfelt promise of hope and rescue.
Read StoryBurning of Lanka
A blazing act of rebellion, as Hanuman surrenders to ignite the golden city in flames.
Read StoryVibheeshana’s Counsel
A tale of virtue unfolds as Ravana’s noble brother forsakes darkness to stand with Rama.
Read StoryNal and Neel
The tale of sacred builders crafting the floating stone bridge, Ram Setu, to Lanka.
Read StoryThe Sorcerer Ahiravan
Hanuman's descent into the underworld to save Rama and Lakshmana from a mighty enchanter.
Read StoryKumbhakarna’s Battle
The dormant titan of Lanka rises, a primal force battling for his brother, fully aware of his wrongdoing.
Read StoryHanuman Brings Sanjeevani
A supreme display of loyalty, Hanuman carries a whole mountain to save Lakshmana with a healing herb.
Read StoryMeghnad (Indrajit) Defeated
The legendary clash where Lakshmana overcomes Ravana’s mighty son, the vanquisher of the skies.
Read StoryIV. Triumph & Legacy
Return to Ayodhya
The cheerful return after 14 years, marked by Ayodhya's lamps, forms Diwali's essence.
Read StoryHanuman’s Test of Devotion
The deepest act of devotion: Hanuman rips his chest open, revealing Rama and Sita within his heart.
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