Diamond Fables,Tales and Folklore From All Around the World
In the ancient period, diamonds were so much more than just magnificent pieces of jewellery. It was a symbol of important sentiments and virtues of many cultures. What many people are not aware of is that diamonds were also considered the most mysterious creatures on the planet. From early mankind, diamonds were seen as a magical medium that connects man and natures unseen forces that control his destiny. Ever Since they were discovered in the early BC, these precious stones have been associated with many legends and fables of different cultures from all over the world. Some of them are as follows:
Let's begin with India which is the kingdom of mythology and many other folktales. Krishna a crucial deity in Hinduism, was portrayed in various characters such as a God-child, a naughty child as well as an almighty hero and a supreme king. His love story with Radha was seen as the purest form of love and is one of the most popular love stories of all time. Krishna granted a diamond to his love Radha even though they could not spend the rest of their lives together. Just like the moonlight, her beauty shone and reflected in the diamond. It is believed that this diamond was none other than the world famous Kohinoor diamond. In ancient India, it was also believed that diamonds were created when lightning bolts struck rocks and hence diamonds attract diamond attract lightning. Due to the diamonds incomparable cut and clarity, it was believed to be a symbol of invincibility and power.
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