Summary of Ramayana Versus Mahabharata

Ramayana Versus Mahabharata: The Struggle between Good and Evil is a comparative study of two of India’s most famous and beloved epics. Through the book, Ish Mishra compares the Ramayana and Mahabharata and provides insight into the workings of Hindu mythology. Mishra presents the two epics as quintessential tales of good and evil, exploring how each hero and villain diffracts the morality of the narrative. He examines themes of social responsibility, personal honor, and justice through the lens of spiritual duty and sacrifice. Each chapter delves into different aspects of the stories, including cultural customs, Vedic philosophy, misogyny, class structure, and the equality of all life. Ultimately, Mishra argues that both epics hold truth and must be held in balance to properly understand the universe, society, and ourselves.