Among these writings are a large number of texts called sthala which glorify temples or sacred places.
Among these writings are a large number of texts called sthala which glorify temples or sacred places. Like the great epics they are usually written in narrative couplets, and are classified according to whether they exalt Vishnu, Siva, or Bhahma. Distinguished from the 18 most important are the so-called "lesser" ones, while the most popular is the Bhagavata. Meaning "ancient lore", FTP, what are these secondary Hindu texts concerning myth, legend, and genealogy?
Among these writings are a large number of texts called sthala which glorify temples or sacred places.
Puranas