Brahmāṇḍa Purana

The Brahmāṇḍa Purāṇa is one of the eighteen Mahāpurāṇas of Hinduism and is known for its vast and detailed cosmological narratives. The name comes from the Sanskrit word Brahmāṇḍa, meaning “cosmic egg”, which symbolizes the origin, structure, and cycle of the universe. This Purāṇa contains teachings on creation, geography of the worlds, genealogies of gods and sages, stories of great kings, dharma, as well as spiritual and philosophical insights. One of its most celebrated sections is the Adhyātma Rāmāyaṇa, which explains the spiritual essence of the Rāmāyaṇa and the path of devotion and liberation.

Overall, the Brahmāṇḍa Purāṇa is a significant text for understanding Hindu cosmology, ancient history, rituals, and the deep spiritual foundations of Sanātana Dharma.