According to Hindu texts, Ravan had the boon of great strength and intellect, which he received after performing severe penance and winning favors from Lord Shiva. His wisdom made him a formidable ...

is still worshipped in parts of India The villagers of Bisrakh believe that Ravan deserved to be revered for his knowledge and devout faith in Lord Shiva rather than villainised. At the same time ...

He is depicted variously. We have seen films where Ravan is depicted as a devotee of Shiva (bhakta-Ravan), singing hymns and ...