The Kathā Project

Gayathri Gomatam
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The Katha Project tells stories from Hinduism so that our children come to love and connect with their culture while developing their imagination!

  1. Sep 17

    Kathā 41: Ganesha & The Mango

    We don't all have the same strengths! But Lord Ganesha shows us that we must use our own individual strengths to the best of our abilities! Narad Muni arrives at Mount Kailash with a special gift and a dash of cheekiness! In a race between brothers, there's an unlikely winner! Enjoy listening!

    Kathā 41: Ganesha & The Mango

  2. Sep 11

    Kathā 40: Krishna and Sudhama

    What is a friend? Who is a friend? Someone we play with and then forget about it? Krishna and Sudhama were the best of friends but they were parted by years, distance and social status. One was a king, while the other was a poor man. How did their friendship survive those differences? Enjoy listening

    Kathā 40: Krishna and Sudhama

  3. Sep 3

    Kathā 39: Krishna defeats Kamsa

    Many years ago, Kamsa was warned that the 8th child of Devaki would defeat him. Finally, the time had come for Krishna to enter Mathura, the city he had been snuck out of on a basket just hours after his birth. Here is the story of how the cruel King Kamsa was defeated! Enjoy listening!

    Kathā 39: Krishna defeats Kamsa

  4. Aug 14

    Kathā 38: Krishna Lifts Govardhana

    When worship is based on fear, does it mean anything? Krishna reminds the people of Vrindavan that prayer is a show of love and gratitude and should not be out of fear of punishment. In order to send that message to Devalok, he lifts a mountain! This Kathā also tells the backstory of the Govardhana mountain and how he came to be in Vraja. Enjoy listening!

    Kathā 38: Krishna Lifts Govardhana

  5. Jul 30

    Kathā 37: Krishna & Kaliya

    Little Krishna never feared a bully. He was always there to protect his nearest and dearest. This time, Krishna confronts a giant, horrible snake that took up residence in the Yamuna River. How will Krishna handle this animal that threatened the safety and peace of the village? Enjoy listening!

    Kathā 37: Krishna & Kaliya

  6. Jul 15

    Kathā 36: Patanjali & Vyagrapadha

    A snake, a tiger and Lord Shiva. What is their connection? Set in the magical forest of Thillai, near Chidambaram, two rishis follow their hearts with the goal of seeing Lord Shiva's Ananda Tandava. Even today, millions flock to the golden temple of Chidambaram and a greeted with one of the greatest secrets in the Hindu culture. Enjoy listening!

    Kathā 36: Patanjali & Vyagrapadha

  7. Jun 29

    Kathā 35: Vishwamitra - A Brahmarishi

    Rishi Vishwamitra, previously King Kaushika, is determined to become a Brahmarishi like Vasishta Maharishi. However, the path to that goal is arduous. In order to gain such a title, he must conquer his desire, control his anger and remove his arrogance. Will the great sage be successful? Enjoy listening!

    Kathā 35: Vishwamitra - A Brahmarishi

  8. Apr 27

    Kathā 34: Becoming Vishwamitra

    Before he was a Rishi he was a King. Before he was Lord Ram's Guru he had the ambition to become a Brahmarishi. This kathā tells the tale of King Kaushika meeting Vasishta Maharishi and how a battle between the two inspired a king to become a rishi! What would you give up to achieve your goals? Enjoy listening?

    Kathā 34: Becoming Vishwamitra
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The Katha Project tells stories from Hinduism so that our children come to love and connect with their culture while developing their imagination!

Information

  • Creator
    Gayathri Gomatam
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    41
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Gayathri Gomatam
  • Show Website
    The Kathā Project