Devlok With Devdutt Pattanaik
Season 1, Episode 21: Shape Shifting
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In mythology, shape shifting refers to the ability of any form to physically transform to another form or being. This is generally achieved through the forms inherent intellectual faculty, divine intervention or the use of boons and curses. In this episode, Devdutt Pattanaik talks about the idea of shape shifting and its existence since time immemorial. He introduces us to stories about shape shifting in Hindu mythology. He also talks about some important forms i.e. Mohini a form of Vishnu and discusses the theories behind changing forms.
All Episodes - Season 1
Episode 1
Ramayana And Mahabharata
Episode 2
Trimurti
Episode 3
Colours
Episode 4
Shiva
Episode 5
Jeev Jantu
Episode 6
Indra
Episode 7
Boons & Curses
Episode 8
Heaven & Hell
Episode 9
Shakti
Episode 10
Ganesha
Episode 11
Asthras
Episode 12
Vaahanas
Episode 13
Ganga
Episode 14
Gita
Episode 15
Yatra
Episode 16
Gods and Food
Episode 17
Yugas
Episode 18
The Beginning
Episode 19
Dikpala
Episode 20
Vivaah
Episode 21
Shape Shifting
Episode 22
Avatars of Vishnu
Episode 23
Nakshtras and Grahas
Episode 24
Plants and Gods
Episode 25
Puja