What if a human being refused to accept the limits placed on mortality? What if a king became so powerful that sages were forced to carry him, or a powerful ruler became so devoted that Lord Vishnu himself was believed to stand guard at his door? Hindu mythology preserves fascinating stories of kings who crossed boundaries that seemed impossible to cross. Among them are Trishanku, Nahusha and King Bali. Their stories are not simply about power or miracles. They explore ambition, ego, devotion and the consequences of challenging the cosmic order.
