Mirabai: Devotion, Defiance, and the Living Legend

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Indian Mythology - Beyond the Gods

Vimladeepak

22 episodes

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Beyond the Gods: Your Cosmic Roadmap is Written in Myth Forget fairytales. Indian mythology is not just a collection of stories—it's a profound, unbroken roadmap for the cosmos and the self. Join us as we journey into the heart of timeless legends, breaking down the deep philosophical code hidden within the sagas of Shiva, Vishnu, Shakti, and countless others. Discover the surprising modern-day connections and the universal truths that remain relevant in your life today. This is where history meets philosophy, and legend illuminates reality.

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Mirabai: Devotion, Defiance, and the Living Legend

Indian Mythology - Beyond the Gods

6 minutes 35 seconds

5 days ago

Mirabai: Devotion, Defiance, and the Living Legend

This audio is a deep dive conversation exploring the life and enduring legacy of Mirabai, the 16th-century Rajput princess and saint-poet.

The discussion covers:

* The Context of Devotion: What true devotion means amidst modern chaos.

* Mirabai's Radical Life: Her early life seeing Krishna as her companion, her challenging marriage and subsequent widowhood in a strict royal household, and the attempts to silence her devotion, including a poisoning attempt.

* A Symbol of Defiance: How her devotion became a form of spiritual rebellion against patriarchal norms, caste hierarchy (due to her guru, Ravidas), and the societal expectations placed on her.

* Enduring Influence: The relevance of her story today as a symbol of women's empowerment (Nari Shakti) and how her bhajans and story are celebrated in festivals, classical music, and modern popular culture (from Spotify to Bollywood).

* History vs. Legend: The ongoing debate among scholars about the historicity of certain events in her life and the power of her story as a "living idea" that inspires millions.

The speakers ultimately conclude that Mirabai's legacy is a timeless invitation to fearless devotion, love, and spiritual freedom.