Devi Samjna, also known as Sharanyu, was the daughter of the god Tvastri. She had a twin brother named Viswaroop, or Trishiras. Devi Samjna had boundless beauty and was married to the sun god Suryadev. Suryadev used to love his wife like no one, and Devi Samjna also loved her husband with all of her heart. But the tremendous radiance and heat of Suryadev day by day became unbearable to her. Image by Anja from Pixabay She gave birth to three children: a twin, Yama and Yami (or Yamuna), and another son, Manu. After Manu was born, Samjna began to realize that she could no longer bear her husband's radiance and heat. Not only was the searing heat scorching her skin to the bone, but she was losing her mind as well. Thus, she decided to take a leave. She created a replica of herself and named her Chhaya. She told her that while she was away, Chhaya should take care of her children and Suryadev. She also warned her that she should never forget her purpose of existence and never be ph
Asian mythology is an enormous treasure trove. In my blog, I write stories based on mythology and folktales from India and Japan. These stories are not just tales but reflections of cultural traits and religious beliefs. I present these age-old stories with a new perspective. As the saying goes, I am presenting old wine in new bottles.