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Who are Asuras?

   Asuras, popularly known as the opposites of Gods or the Suras, are often misunderstood for a power-seeking class and tend to be evil. As per some Indian texts, Daksha, son of Bramha, married his daughters, Diti and Aditi to sage Kashyap. To keep the life cycle running, Aditi asked Kashyapa for children and was blessed. Hence the children were called Adityas. Jealous by these, Diti asked Kashyapa for the same blessing and was blessed and borns were known as Daityas. As Diti had the emotions of Greed, Lust, and Jealousy in her mind while the wish was granted, the children were born with the same traits and hence brought those emotions in the world. In the Brahmanda Purana, it is stated the term 'Asura' was used for the Daitya s due to their rejection of Varuni (Goddess of Wine) after she emerged from the Ocean of Milk. So, all we know here is the devas and asuras are blood relatives fighting for the peace of lands.  A British Sanskrit professor, Monier-Williams, tracks ...
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Kshipra: Son of Wilderness!

In a small village nestled deep within a lush forest, there lived a young man named Kshipra. Kshipra was known for his ascetic lifestyle, his deep connection with nature, and his unique ability to understand the language of plants. From a tender age, Kshipra exhibited a remarkable affinity for plants. He could sense their emotions, hear their whispers in the wind, and understand the messages they conveyed through subtle gestures. This extraordinary gift fascinated the villagers, who sought his guidance and healing remedies for their ailing crops and gardens. Kshipra had chosen to live a simple life in a modest hut at the edge of the village. He dedicated his days to tending to his small garden, cultivating a diverse array of plants, and deepening his understanding of their secrets. Through meditation and introspection, he honed his ability to connect with the natural world. One day, news spread throughout the village of a severe drought that threatened their livelihoods. Th...