Lindsey's Epics

For my project, I have decided to explore deeper into the idea and concept of Karma. I want to explore how it can affect in the present, but also in the future. All my stories are from the Ramayana. In this week's assignments, we started to read the Ramayana. One story from our readings so far that stood out to me in a karmic way was when Dasaratha realized how his past how caught up to him. Dasaratha was saved when he was younger by his wife from an awful act. Now that his wife, Kaikeyi, wants something that he is not giving her, she holds her power over his head to get what she wants. (Dasaratha obeying Kaikeyi's wishes to send Rama to exile; Source:  Wikimedia ) Another story I could explore more in a karmic way is  Vali's Story. This is another story from the Ramayana. This is a story between 2 brothers who fought with each other. As I read week 4 readings, the theme of Karma will become more obvious. (Vali, who was killed by Rama; Source:  Wikimedia ) ...

Kamadeva, The God of Love This topic interests me because I have always been a sucker for a good love story so I assume the God of Love is responsible for many. Although Kamadeva is portrayed as the "cupid" god since he wields bow and arrows, I want to take a more modern route if I were to tell his stories. I do not have any previous knowledge about Kamadeva, however, if I were to chose this as my storybook topic, I want to learn all about him and the many stories he has been involved in.  (Kamadeva, God of Love; Source:  Wikipedia ) Here are the love stories and people I would like to retell their stories and explore more: Pradyumna, the reincarnate of Kamadeva:   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pradyumna The love story of Rama and Sita:   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sita#Marriage The love story of Nala and Damyanti:   http://ritsin.com/story-nala-damyanti-love-unknown-mahabharata-vana-parva.html/#comments The love story of Ruru and Pramadvara:...