In two recent gallery shows in New York female artists of Indian heritage emphasized the universal appeal and power of female Hindu deities. In India, taking such artistic license can stir controversy ...

In Hindu mythology, gods and goddesses are often shown riding vahanas, or divine vehicles. At first glance, these vahanas, animals or birds they might seem like simple companions or symbols of power.

In Hindu mythology, Goddess Lakshmi is worshipped as the divine force of wealth, beauty, fortune, and prosperity. Many ...