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The Vivaha: The Hindu Marriage Samskaras
The Vivaha: The Hindu Marriage Samskaras
Ceremonial rites and rituals occupy a place of utmost importance in the life of a devout Hindu. In fact there are no vital actions-birth, initiation, marriage, death etc.-which can be allowed to be performed without its appropriate rite or samskara. The number of samskara has been fluctuating but was finally fixed at sixteen.
Marriage is the most important and elaborate out of these sixteen samskaras. Manu enjoins that rituals should be performed in the case of a virgin for legalizing the marriage, legitimatizing children and avoiding public scandal.
The mantras used in the nuptial rites being in Sanskrit are beyond the comprehension of not only the average Hindu but even the common priests entrusted with the duty of conducting the rituals. To overcome this difficulty the present book was originally prepared in Hindi and is now translated into English with the mantras etc. romanized for the benefit of those who do not have adequate knowledge of Hindi, for example especially those whose forefathers had migrated to remote countries during the last one hundred years or so
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Moral Dilemmas in the Mahabharata
Moral Dilemmas in the Mahabharata
Here the collected papers explore the whole question of the relation between the mythopoetic and the moral in the context of the Mahabharata. Here we have a story of extreme complexity, characters that are unforgettable, and a cosmic context in which gods and men alike grapple with destiny. The obligations of kinship and friendship jostle with each other. The women characters, as in everyday life, seem to bear a very heavy load of the burden of life and to stand in a key position in almost every conflict. We are presented with predicaments at every turn. At times these predicaments seem to be aggravated by social structure. At other times they are cushioned by it. Philosophical tangles tied up with karma and dharma are interwoven with the mythopoetic material. Perhaps philosophical issues are pinpointed rather more than they are in Greek epic literature.
The essays in this book treat the Mahabharata from an unusual angle, fastening on the moral dilemmas it presents. How universal are the dilemmas faced by the characters in the story, and are the dilemmas in fact resolved? In dealing with these questions, the discussions range over the meaning of the purusarthas, the institutions of marriage and the family, the concept of action in the Gita and the special predicaments faced by Draupadi, Arjuna and others. These studies invite the scholar to reflect afresh on the text and encourage the general reader to find in epic literature much that is relevant to life today.
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Vediki Prakriya: Shodhpurna Alochanatamak Vistrit Hindi Vyakhya
Vediki Prakriya: Shodhpurna Alochanatamak Vistrit Hindi Vyakhya
Vediki Prakriya: Shodhpurna Alochanatamak Vistrit Hindi Vyakhya
About the Author(s)
Damodar Mehto
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Kalikapurane Murtivinirdesah
Kalikapurane Murtivinirdesah
The Kalikapurane Murtivinirdesah is the ninth volume in the series of the kalamulasastra project. It is a collection of around 550 lines from the Kalika Purana. These verses include a bodily description of a variety of gods, goddesses, and demi-gods, as well as other beings. Some of them are just abstract ideas, while others are embodied as sculptures made of stone and metal.
The Kalika Purana is a significant upa-purana that has been cited as an authoritative source by the smrti digest authors (nibandhakaras) from almost every region of India. The Kalika Purana is a text that was created in ancient Assam (Kamarupa) in the late ninth or early tenth century A.D. Its purpose was to exalt the mother goddess Kamakhya and to offer a ceremonial system for worshipping her. The Kalika Purana focuses mostly on describing the many incarnations of the goddess, along with providing specifics of their iconography, as well as their horses and weapons. Additionally, it discusses the representations of other gods and goddesses that were housed in Kamarupa. In order to provide a comprehensive picture, all of the verses that deal with the gods and are spread out among the many chapters of the Kalika Purana have been collated according to the gods. The Sanskrit verses are presented with an accurate translation of those verses into English.
Author
Dr. Biswanarayan Shastri
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Selections from the Mahabharata: Re-affirming Gita’s Call for the Good of All
Selections from the Mahabharata: Re-affirming Gita’s Call for the Good of All
The societal message that the Mahabharata is trying to convey is presented in this book in the form of a ten-point exhortation for the benefit of everyone. Since this message is principally presented, according to the terminology of loksamgraha, in the Bhagavad-Gita (which is the center-piece of the Mahabharata), the style of presentation that has been used here is Gita supporting, which means that it is indirect as well as selective. This book comes with a straightforward explanation of what it means in English, laid out in the form of eighteen chapters.
Author
Dr. Satya P. Agarwal
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Tulsi Ramayana-Jagmangal Paraayan
Tulsi Ramayana-Jagmangal Paraayan
Tulsi Ramayana-Jagmangal Paraayan
About the Author(s)
Dr. Satya P. Agarwal is a Social Scientist. His academic honours include five gold medals and numerous merit scholarships and research fellowships at various universities. The Governor of the State of Maryland conferred upon him “The Governor’s Citation”, in recognition of his pioneering books as also his contribution to social service. He is author of several books besides the present one which are widely acclaimed and appreciated by the discerning readers. Other honours conferred on him include: (i) Kunti Goyal International Award, (ii) Special Award of Manas Sangam and (iii) International Tulasi Award.
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Ancient India’s Imprints and Influences on the World
- ISBN Hardcover: 9789391024949, 9391024947
- ISBN Paperback: 9789391024475, 9391024475
- Year of Publication: 1994
- Edition: 1st Edition
- No. of Pages: 140
- Language: English
- Publisher: Motilal Banarsidass Publishing House
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The Son of the God of Wind: The Exploits of Sri Hanumana
The Son of the God of Wind: The Exploits of Sri Hanumana
The majority of the population in India is devoutly religious. In India, a significant portion of the populace reveres Hanumana as a deity. Sri Hanumana ji temples can be found in every hamlet, town, and city in India. A lot of people are inspired, energised, and awakened by the spirit of Sri Hanumana Ji. It encourages them to work hard, be religious, and help others. As long as Sri Hanumana ji is around, he maintains them on the right road.
Because of his devotion to Sri Rama, Hanumana ji has lost his sense of self-identity and no longer exists independently of the Lord. He embodies all of the attributes that Sri Rama possesses. Hanumana, an avatar of Visnu, represents the pinnacle of Hindu devotion to Lord Rama. That is why he is so highly regarded.
The present work is the result of translation of selected stories about Sri Hanumana by late Pandit Atma Ram Sharma. Despite the fact that the translation only includes a few stories, the stories are all connected and make for an interesting read.
Nonresident Indians, who are always looking for a method to feel more deeply connected to their religious and cultural traditions, may find this book particularly interesting.
Author
PANDIT ATMA RAM SHARMA
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Hinduism: Scriptures and Practices
Hinduism: Scriptures and Practices
In this book the author has sincerely endeavored to give an introduction to the study of the
Hindu religion both in its theoretical as well as practical aspects. Beginning from an introduction
to the Holy Vedas, Upanishads, and Manusmriti, through the great epics – the Ramayana and
Geeta – the Hindu gods and goddesses, festivals and the customs of our rich cultural heritage, she
has tried to cover a wide spectrum of subjects to the interest of the younger generation, from a new and contemporary way of life. The short and succinct summary of the Vedic rites and rituals,
Patanjali Ashtanga Yoga and meditation makes the
book more faithful to its subject.
The Vedic religious practices have been created and supported by some spiritual concepts and loyalty to the perseverance of these traditions has been emphasized over centuries. The entire
social structure in Hindu society is centered in religious beliefs, followed by Hindu families through the ages. The contents of all the essays are intended to add depth to the clear understanding of time-honored spiritual traditions that form the significant features of Hindu culture. Each topic offers valuable insights into the systematic exploration of the subject.
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Mahabharata (Buck)
Mahabharata (Buck)
The Mahabharata is an Indian epic, in its original Sanskrit probably the largest ever composed. It is the story of a dynastic struggle that provides a social, moral, and cosmological background to the climatic battle. The present English rendition is a retelling based on a translation of the Sanskrit original published by Pratap Chandra Roy, Published in the beginning of this century. William buck has condensed the story. The old translation from which he worked covers 5800 pages of print, while his own book is less than a tenth of that length. But by and large, Buck’s rendition reflects the sequence of events in the Sanskrit epic, and he uses the traditional techniques for instance, of stories within stories, flashbacks, moral lessons laid in the mouths of principal characters. There are other English versions of the Mahabharata, some shorter, some longer. But apart from William Buck’s rendition, none have been able to capture the blend of religion andmartial spirit that pervades the original epic. It succeeds eminently in illustrating how seemingly grand and magnificent human endeavors turn out to be astoundingly insignificant in the perspective of eternity.
Publisher’s Preface, Introduction, Part I: In the Beginning, A Mine of Jewels and Gems, The Ring and the Well, Fire and Flame, Indraprastha, The Falling Sand, Part II: In the Middle, 6:00 Nala and Damayanti, 7:00 The Thousand-Petaled Lotus, An Iron Net, Virata, The Invasion, Do Not Tell, Sanjaya Returns, Trees of Gold, The Enchanted Lake, The Night, Part III: In the End, The Blade of Grass, The Lonely Encounter, Parikshita, The Timeless Path, The City of Gates, Notes, Reference List of Characters
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Yagyatattvaprakash-Chinnswami Shastri Virchit
Yagyatattvaprakash-Chinnswami Shastri Virchit
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The Essential Vedanta: A New Source book of Advaita Vedanta
The Essential Vedanta: A New Source book of Advaita Vedanta
The Essential Vedanta is a comprehensive introduction to the tradition of Advaita Vedanta based upon primary sources and makes possible a study of it in its classical form. Translations from all major sanskrit writings are included as well as selections from all of the most important representatives of this central philosophy of India.
About the Author(s)
Rohit Dalvi
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Hinduism: Path of the Ancient Wisdom
Hinduism: Path of the Ancient Wisdom
Hinduism is the oldest surviving religion in the world. It has evolved from prehistoric times through various phases of ongoing development and includes religious and spiritual literature which is vast and diverse. This book provides a well groomed summary of all aspects of Hinduism in a simple and straightforward language. It includes 63 chapters spread over 367 pages. Chapters 1 through 18 discuss the origin of Hinduism and its scriptures, Hindu spirituality, Hindu code of conduct, soul consciousness, the divine path of virtue, and Hindu Trinity. Chapters 19 through 42 include topics such as teachings of Ramayana, Mahabharata, Bhagavad Gita, ancient philosophy of Yoga, Buddhism, Jainism, Sikhism, teachings of Bhagavatam and spiritual teachings of some of the popular Hindu saints such as Vivekananda, Paramahansa Yogananda, Swami Chinmayananda and many other spiritual masters. Chapters 43 through 56 provide discussions on Hinduism and science, meditation, satsanga (holy company), Ayurveda, vegetarianism, Hindu wedding, Hindu symbols and icons, Hindu customs, festivals, interfaith issues and Hinduism and fine arts. The remaining chapters 57 through 63 include discussions on evolution of Hindu temples, a pilgrimage through India, Hindu temples in USA and rest of the world, and Hindu prayers.
Message from Baba Hari Dass, Mount Madonna, Santa Cruz, California. ‘Hinduism: Path of the Ancient Wisdom’ gives the ancient history of Hinduism. The book is like a map of Hinduism, which shows from where one should start his or her spiritual journey, and where the journey ends. This is also a guidebook to those who don’t know what Hinduism is, especially for those Hindus who are settled in foreign countries and have no knowledge of their own religion.
Writing this book has been like playing the second inning of my life. The first inning was my medical career of over forty years in Mumbai, India. After retiring, my wife and I set up base in the United States. It was then that a friend gave me a book titled The Essentials of Hinduism by the learned Swami Bhaskarananda of Seattle, Washington. The book fascinated me so much that I read it many times and later developed a close relationship with the author. I resumed a childhood habit of reading extensively, but this time, my reading was not for just any book; rather, it was exclusively for works on Hinduism. There was an urge to explore and search the deeper meaning embedded in the Hindu faith.
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Vedic Hermeneutics
Vedic Hermeneutics
This book asserts that the Veda is what makes known knowledge inaccessible to empirical means of knowledge and what does not contradict what is known through history, science, reason, and common sense. Additionally, it states that the Veda is what does not contradict what is known through common sense. Only information that is relevant to Dharma and Brahman is included in its content. It is possible to correctly comprehend it by using the concepts that have been outlined by the Nirukta and the two Mimamsas.
What the most influential tradition recognises as the Veda is, in point of fact, the Veda. A wise person once remarked, “The meaning of its earlier section is lighted by the smrtis, and the meaning of its latter portion is lit by the itihasa-puranas.” Understanding its significance requires, among other things, familiarity with the bhasyas written by Madhva, Sayana, and Atmananda. This study makes an effort to demonstrate that this is the case. Both the assertion of the oneness of Being and the awareness of that unity may be found in the Rgveda. The Yajurveda imparts knowledge to us about the deed that is superior. Chanting and meditation on what the first Veda praises or depicts is at the heart of the Samaveda. The Atharvaveda proposes that being and man are quite similar to one another, if not identical.
₹450.00Vedic Hermeneutics
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Sri Maa the Guru and the Goddess
Sri Maa the Guru and the Goddess
There are three books included in The Guru and the Goddess that may be used for study and practise (sadhana). The first one is a translation of the Kasyapa Sutras along with a commentary on them. The second portion contains a Sanskrit text of the Guru Gita as well as a translation of it. The Lalita Trisati Stotram is presented in its original Sanskrit form and then translated into English in the third portion.
About the Author(s)
Swami Satyananda
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