The two videos that came from Devdutt Pattanaik's SevenSecrets from Hindu Calendar Art was very entertaining. I was very excited to
watch the overall concept of Ganesha and how he came to be. Being a Muslim, I
always kept an open mind on other religions purely to curiosity. Growing up
with a knowledge of Indian culture, I assumed too often when it came to Hindu
Gods. First being that I did not know that there was a difference between god
and God. There were so many connections with all of the gods and goddesses, I
kind of got overwhelmed. Although, I do have the upmost respect for Hindu’s who
do not see this being a factor in their religion and only being faithful. I was
drawn towards the love story of Vishnu on how he went to find his wife Shri but
ended up falling in love with Padmavati. I feel like that storyline is very
common and will be fun to be creative with. I also adored how the parrot and
lotus were symbols of love. I think symbolism is very useful in any genre.
In the second video of Part A. I was eager to see Lakshmi’s
story again. I knew she was always considered the goddess of wealth but never a
cow also known as Go-Mata. That makes more sense in the factor that Vishnu
being Gopala the keeper of cow. I honestly did not know that Vishnu and Narayan
were the same person but only difference was whether their eyes were shut or
open. It really intrigues me that the smallest detail can change a God. Another
story that I took away from this video was Tumburu and Narad. I think it can be
comically when you find out that the friend helping the two guys actually ends
up with the girl.
Overall, I enjoyed learning more about the Hindu religion. I
have had respect for the culture and all the traditions beforehand but now
knowing the background of everyone, it all makes sense. I think the concept of
God can be pulled in many ways but one common thought I agree with Devdutt
Pattanaik is that, “Everything is God.”
Funny meme of when God made me. Source.
No comments:
Post a Comment