Nakshtras and Grahas - S1.E23

One of the most important elements of Hindu mythology are Nakshatras and Grahas. Nakshatras refer to constellations or a cluster of stars and Grahas refer to astrological figures. In this episode, Devdutt Pattanaik talks about some of the more famous nakshatras in Hindu mythology and narrates interesting stories about them. He also briefly talks about the idea that the positions of the nakshatras and grahas influence our lives. This belief is deeply ingrained in followers of Hinduism and is a major element in Hindu mythology.