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From the original text · Devi Mahatmya (Durga Saptashati)
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Bhagavata Purana, Skandha 4, chapter 12 of 31.
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Bhagavata Purana, Skandha 5, chapter 12 of 26.
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Bhagavata Purana, Skandha 6, chapter 12 of 19.
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Bhagavata Purana, Skandha 7, chapter 12 of 15.
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Bhagavata Purana, Skandha 8, chapter 12 of 24.
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Bhagavata Purana, Skandha 9, chapter 12 of 24.
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Bhagavata Purana, Skandha 11, chapter 12 of 31.
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Bhagavata Purana, Skandha 12, chapter 12 of 13.
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A kind man saves a tiger, a monkey, a snake, and a man from a well. His animal friends help him when he needs it most.
From the original text · Panchatantra
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A prince feels weak. A kind princess marries him. Two little snakes know a magic cure!
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A clever jackal finds a big treat and uses a trick to get it open.
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A grumpy creature wants a ride. A clever question helps a Brahmin find his way home!
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From the original text · Jataka
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From the original text · Jataka
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From the original text · Jataka
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Before an exam, a journey, a wedding.
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Light offered to every part of the murti.
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Patterns that take all night.
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From the original text · Family tradition, with its sources
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