In this episode of Storytelling With Shweta we will hear a story about Jambavati and the Symantaka Gem.

This story is part of the popular Women of the Mahabharata series and versions of it exist in other ancient Indian texts as well. As is common with Indian mythology it has many variations and this story is well suited for the youngest to the oldest member of your family. The

This family-friendly story is best for all who enjoy stories from the Mahabharata, the Ramayana, Indian mythology and South Asian Folk tales about Indian Gods, Goddesses, Asuras, Yakshas and more.

Show Notes

For more stories about Women of the Mahabharata from Storytelling with Shweta, listen to

Ganga - The River Goddess

Ulupi - Naga Princess

Chitrangadha - The Warrior Princess

Subhadra - The Princess of Dwaraka

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