What happens when power becomes so important that a person forgets the source of that power? A fascinating Hindu mythology story about Lord Shiva and Indra explores exactly this question. According to the traditional account, Indra once encountered a mysterious ascetic on the way to Mount Kailash. Unable to recognize Shiva in disguise, his pride turned into anger, and his famous Vajra was raised against the unknown yogi. What happened next became a powerful lesson about ego, humility and the danger of forgetting the force behind our success.
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Why Did Shiva Stop Indra’s Vajra in Mid-Air?
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