Baalgatha: Bedtime Stories and Fables for Children

The story revolves around two princes, the sons of a king, who follow different paths in life. The king, worried about leaving his wealth to his sons, asks an old friend, a hermit, to bury his treasure in his hermitage. The king dies, and the two brothers quarrel over the kingdom. The younger prince, driven out of the city, seeks guidance from the hermit, who has since passed away. The prince deci...

In today's episode, we bring you two different versions of the classic fable, The Town Mouse and the Country Mouse. The first story is a Romanian adaptation where a town mouse and a field mouse compare their lifestyles. The second story is a Norwegian version where a town mouse visits a country mouse during Christmas. Both stories explore the theme of contentment and the grass always being greener...

This episode was narrated by Amar Vyas. Audio editing by Vyas . Title Music: Cute by Bensounds. Background score: Broken Emotions, and Procession of the King by Kevin MacLeod. Baalgatha Podcast is produced by gaathastory. You can listen to Baalgatha in English, Hindi, Marathi, Gujarati, Kannada and Telugu. https://t.me/gaathastory पर जाकर हमारे टेलीग्राम चैनल को सब्सक्राइब करें The Legend of Rani...

The tale of the clever quail narrates how a small bird outsmarted a powerful eagle using quick thinking and knowledge of its environment. Initially caught off guard, the quail escapes and later uses a clod of soil to defeat the overconfident eagle. The story teaches valuable lessons about vigilance, resourcefulness, and the dangers of arrogance. This episode was narrated by Amar Vyas. Audio editin...

This episode was narrated by Amar Vyas. Audio editing by Vyas . Title Music: Cute by Bensounds. Background score: Broken Emotions, and Procession of the King by Kevin MacLeod. Baalgatha Podcast is produced by gaathastory. You can listen to Baalgatha in English, Hindi, Marathi, Gujarati, Kannada and Telugu. https://t.me/gaathastory पर जाकर हमारे टेलीग्राम चैनल को सब्सक्राइब करें

This episode was narrated by Amar Vyas. Audio editing by Vyas . Title Music: Cute by Bensounds. Background score: Broken Emotions, and Procession of the King by Kevin MacLeod. Baalgatha Podcast is produced by gaathastory. You can listen to Baalgatha in English, Hindi, Marathi, Gujarati, Kannada and Telugu. https://t.me/gaathastory पर जाकर हमारे टेलीग्राम चैनल को सब्सक्राइब करें

This episode was narrated by Amar Vyas. Audio editing by Vyas . Title Music: Cute by Bensounds. Background score: Broken Emotions, and Procession of the King by Kevin MacLeod. Baalgatha Podcast is produced by gaathastory. You can listen to Baalgatha in English, Hindi, Marathi, Gujarati, Kannada and Telugu. https://t.me/gaathastory पर जाकर हमारे टेलीग्राम चैनल को सब्सक्राइब करें

In this episode from Devgatha Hindi podcast, we dive into the fascinating stories of Lord Shiva's eleven forms of Rudra avatars. These avatars embody the intense and fierce nature of Lord Shiva and hold significant importance in Hindu mythology. We explore the various Rudra avatars, starting with Rudra himself, and learn about their distinct names and characteristics. The eleven avatars include Ka...

This episode was narrated by Amar Vyas. Audio editing by Vyas . Title Music: Cute by Bensounds. Background score: Broken Emotions, and Procession of the King by Kevin MacLeod. Baalgatha Podcast is produced by gaathastory. You can listen to Baalgatha in English, Hindi, Marathi, Gujarati, Kannada and Telugu. https://t.me/gaathastory पर जाकर हमारे टेलीग्राम चैनल को सब्सक्राइब करें

"The Elephant and the Fly" is a Jataka tale about a boastful fly who brags to an elephant about its freedom. The elephant wisely points out that the fly's abilities stem from its insignificance. This story teaches the importance of perspective, humility, and understanding one's true place in the world, challenging us to look beyond surface-level judgments. This episode was narrated by Amar Vyas. A...

The story of Nagaraj and the Ants tells of a mighty snake who displaces a colony of ants from their anthill. When Nagaraj becomes trapped and vulnerable, the ants seize their chance for revenge. Through collective action, they overcome the powerful snake, demonstrating that even the mightiest can fall and that unity can overcome great obstacles. This episode was narrated by Amar Vyas. Audio editin...

A hungry fox finds a piece of meat but gets distracted by hens. Despite a jackal's warning, the fox pursues the hens, only to be attacked by a dog. Returning to his original prize, he discovers a kite has stolen it. The tale teaches the dangers of greed and the importance of being content with what one has. This episode was narrated by Amar Vyas. Audio editing by Vyas . Title Music: Cute by Bensou...

"The Fox in the Well" tells the story of a cunning fox who tricks a greedy wolf into taking his place in a well. The fox invents a tale of drought and public service to entice the wolf with promises of rewards. The wolf's greed leads to his downfall, teaching valuable lessons about quick thinking, the dangers of greed, and the importance of critical analysis. This episode was Narrated by Amar Vyas...

"The True Meaning of Happiness" tells the story of a Bodhisatta, an aged sadhu, and a king, exploring the nature of true contentment. When the sadhu doesn't rise to greet the king, the Bodhisatta explains that the sadhu, once a king himself, has found true happiness through spiritual practice. The tale teaches the importance of understanding others' actions and finding inner peace. This episode wa...

"The Snakes and the Eels" is more than just a cautionary tale; it's a mirror held up to human nature and the complexities of decision-making. In the king's rush to protect his son, we see reflected our own tendencies to act hastily in the face of perceived threats. The tragic fate of the eels serves as a poignant reminder of the collateral damage that can result from our actions, no matter how wel...

This story is also called "The Crow and the Lake" and it tells the story of a city crow who, observing a marsh crow fishing, believes he can easily replicate the skill. Ignoring warnings, he attempts to fish alone and drowns. This Jataka tale teaches the dangers of overconfidence, the importance of recognizing one's limitations, and the value of heeding advice from those with experience. This epis...

A king's favorite falcon repeatedly knocks away his drinking cup during a hunt. Angered, the king kills the bird, only to discover it was saving him from poisoned water. This Jataka tale teaches the dangers of hasty judgments, the value of loyalty, and the importance of trust and patience, serving as a poignant reminder of the consequences of acting in anger. This episode was Narrated by Amar Vyas...

The Panchatantra tale of the crow Lagupantaka and the mouse Chitragri teaches the power of unlikely friendships. Despite natural enmity, they form a bond based on mutual respect and understanding. Through philosophical discussions and setting clear boundaries, they overcome their differences, sharing resources and companionship. This story illustrates the potential for connection when we approach...

A successful cloth merchant, suffering from business, is taken on a spiritual pilgrimage by a monk at the request of his sons. Despite the pilgrimage to holy places, the merchant remains focused on material gain. Even at the cremation ghat in Varanasi, he regrets not becoming a wood merchant. Sadhu concludes that the materialistic mentality of the merchant is irreversible. This episode was Narrate...

This tale tells us about a jungle, which is situated on an island. This jungle is filled with strange animals and birds, such as a tiger who ate grass, and a deer who ate flesh. This jungle also had birds who swam underwater and fish who could fly. What a topsy-turvy world it was! One day, a man called Jeet lands on this island when his ship is wrecked. What does his arrival do to the island and i...

Dussera of Vijaya Dashmi (also known as Vijaya or Bijoya in Bengali) is celebrated every year to celebrate the victory of Good over Evil. This festival follows the 9 day festival of Navaratri, which means festival of nine nights. Listen to this episode and learn how this festival is celebrated in different parts of India. Dussera is popular particularly Bengal and Odisha, Gujarat, and the city of...

On occasion of Guru Purnima, let us listen to the story of Narad Muni and how Lord Shiv became his Guru. This story tells us the importance of a Guru in our lives. This story was narrated by Amar Vyas and is sourced from the text Narad Pancharatra. Parts of this tale have been edited for language and context by gaathastory. The story revolves around Narad Muni, a learned sage who travels across th...

Two years ago, we had published a two part series on Fairytale of India podcast, titled \"The Three Dangers Faced by King Alakesh\". Listen to the introduction of this story, titled The Lost Camel, which we bring to you on Baalgatha Podcast. This episode was written by Minu Pandit and edited by Amar Vyas. Narration by Sheerali Biju. Audio editing by Vyas. Music: Carefree Cathy. Baalgatha Podcast i...

Listen to this story from our archives, about a stone cutter who wishes to become a powerful merchant, then the hot sun, followed by the wind.... what does he discover in the process? This story is similar to the Wedding of The Mouse which was previously published on Baalgatha Podcast. This story was produced by gaathastory for Baalgatha Podcast and narrated by Sheerali Biju. Editing by Vyas. You...

Listen to another story about Akadeli. This time, learn what happens on his lucky day. The story is set in Africa, although the continent is not explicitly mentioned, the mention of a big river and a traditional wedding with people wearing grass on their heads suggests an African setting. The story revolves around four girls, Akadeli, Lucy, Achareth, and Mary, who go to a forest to pick wild fruit...