The Padma Purana: A Ancient Hindu Scripture
The Padma Purana is one of the most ancient and revered texts of Hinduism, dating back to the 1st millennium BCE.
- The Padma Purana is attributed to the sage Vasistha, who is said to have composed the text under the guidance of Lord Brahma.
- The text consists of 1,002 chapters and 8,000 shlokas (verses), making it one of the longest Hindu scriptures.
- The Padma Purana is divided into three main sections: Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva.
- The text contains accounts of the creation of the universe, the gods, and the demons, as well as the mythology of the Hindu pantheon.
- The Padma Purana is also known for its teachings on yoga, meditation, and the nature of the self.
The Padma Purana is considered a sacred text by Hindus, and its teachings are still studied and revered today.