The 18 Mahapuranas

Ancient texts extolling the deities and describing the creation of the universe.

Brahma Purana

Adi Purana, dealing with creation and the greatness of Godavari.

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Padma Purana

A large text containing the glory of Lord Vishnu and ethics.

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Vishnu Purana

One of the most important Puranas, detailing the avatars of Vishnu.

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Shiva Purana

Dedicated to Lord Shiva, describing his mythology and worship.

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Bhagavata Purana

The most popular Purana, focusing on Bhakti and Krishna.

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Narada Purana

Contains a synopsis of all other Puranas and Vedangas.

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Markandeya Purana

Contains the famous Devi Mahatmya (Durga Saptashati).

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Agni Purana

An encyclopedia of knowledge, including law, medicine, and grammar.

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Bhavishya Purana

Contains prophecies regarding the future.

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Brahma Vaivarta Purana

Focuses on Krishna and Radha as the supreme beings.

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Linga Purana

Discusses the glory of the Shiva Linga and worship of Shiva.

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Varaha Purana

Narrated by Lord Varaha (Boar avatar) to Earth (Bhudevi).

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Skanda Purana

The largest Purana, dedicated to Lord Kartikeya (Skanda).

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Vamana Purana

Describes the Vamana avatar and worship of Shiva and Vishnu.

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Kurma Purana

Narrated by Lord Kurma (Tortoise avatar).

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Matsya Purana

Narrated by Lord Matsya (Fish avatar) to Manu.

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Garuda Purana

Dialogue between Vishnu and Garuda, dealing with death and afterlife.

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Brahmanda Purana

Describes the history of the universe and contains the Lalita Sahasranama.

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