The 28 main hells in the Garuda PuranaType of punishment (hell) for which sin? Punishment given

In the Garuda Purana, the number 28 is most significantly associated with the 28 main hells. Lord Vishnu explained to Garuda that a person's life depends on the actions they perform.After death, one has to suffer punishment in one of these 28 hells.

Here are the names of the 28 main hells and their causes, which may be useful for your blog:

The 28 main hells of the Garuda Purana

Type of punishment (hell) for which sin? Punishment given

1. Tamisra - theft or usurping the wealth of others. The Yamadutas attack with heavy maces and are kept in darkness.

2. Andhatamisra family is deceived, eyes are gouged out and kept hungry and thirsty in complete darkness.

3. Raurava: Torturing animals. Poisonous snakes and insects called 'Ruru' bite and eat animals.

4. Maharaurava Destruction of the rights of others: Terrible creatures scratch the body and cause unbearable pain.

5. Kumbhipak: Killing of innocents. Sinners are cooked in large cauldrons of boiling oil.

6. Kalsutra Insult to elders: They are made to run naked on hot copper ground and are whipped.