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• Publisher : Yoga Publication Trust
  
• by : Swami Niranjanananda Saraswati
  
• Cover : Paperback
  
• Language : English
  
• Edition : 2013
  
• Pages : 77
  
• Weight : 250 gm.
  
• Size : 9.1 x 5.8 x 0.4 inches
  
• ISBN-10: 9381620385
  
• ISBN-13: 978-9381620380

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“Our vision of yoga is ‘yoga as a subject of life’. This vision was conceived by Swami Sivananda and it was given a definite form and shape by Swami Satyananda. We are the experimenters and practitioners of that yoga. Today, from my experience, I can say that yoga is not a method by which one can attain self-realization, but it is the method by which one can appreciate and worship life and the opportunities that life presents to each one of us The theme of the satsangs Swamiji gave in February 2011 al Ganga Darshan Vishwa Yoga Peeth was the development of Satyananda Yoga. Going back to ancient times and tracing the evolution of yoga, Swamiji presented the roots of Satyananda Yoga. He provided an understanding of yoga from a wide perspective: as worship of life and as a sadhana to rediscover and enhance the qualities of one’s nature. Recounting the life and teachings of Swami Sivananda and Swami Satyananda, Swamiji described the transformative role of Bihar School of Yoga in the pages of history. 

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• Publisher : Vakils Feffer & Simons
  
• by : Devdutt Pattanaik
  
• Cover : Paperback
  
• Language : English
  
• Edition : 2012
  
• Pages : x, 126p.
  
• Weight : 550gm.
  
• Size : 10.9 x 8 x 0.4 inches
  
• ISBN-13: 978-8187111917
  
• ASIN: 8187111917

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This 126 page book attempts to unravel the mysteries behind Goddess worship. With stories on Adi-Maya-Shakti, Lakshmi, Saraswati, Parvati, Kali, Durga, it speaks of India’s long association with female deities, and the relevance of Shakti in these modern times. Drawing from a rich tradition of Shakta imagery, Indian philosophy, history, folklore and myth, Devi is one of the finest introductions to feminist theology.

The Devi Bhagavatam, also known as the Devi Bhagavata Purana, ‘the old book of the goddess’, is an integral part of ancient Indian mythology. It is important for the Shakta sect of Hinduism, which describes the Devi as the foundation of the world and equivalent in stature to Brahman, the supreme being.

The original text was written in Bengali and consists of 318 chapters and 18,000 verses, all praising the Devi as supreme and describing instructions for her worship, including temples and rituals such as the annual ritual of Durga Puja which is celebrated all over India, especially in Bengal. The Devi, the mother of the Universe, is worshipped in India in her many forms as Goddess Durga, Kali, Shakti and Saraswati, to name a few.

Menon’s Devi : The Devi Bhagavatam Retold, is a condensed version of The Devi Bhagavatam and describes the legends of the Goddess in all her forms and interpretations. The books opens with the birth of Ved Vyasa, who is also regarded as the author of the Mahabharata and narrates poignant instances from his relationship with his son Suka, such as the dialogue between them over the decision to enter Grihastashrama. Also described is the incarnation of the Devi as Goddess Durga and the epic tale of her destruction of the evil demons Rakthabija and Mahishasura. The tale depicting the origin of the holy Indian rivers, Ganga, Padma and Saraswati, is one of the many rich stories connected to our ancient origins, woven into the tapestry of this literary piece on Indian mythology.

The beautiful brass figure of the Hindu Goddess Annapurna is given arefine and detail treatment. Adorned with some beautiful clothes, the goddess is shown in crossed-leg posture. She is the Hindu goddess of food and cooking and is empowered with the ability to supply food to an unlimited amount of people. It is believed that Annapurna is an incarnation of the Hindu Goddess Parvati, the wife of Lord Shiva, one of the Trinity Gods in Hinduism, the other two being Lord Vishnu and Lord Brahma. Lord Shiva is often depicted with his begging bowl (skull), asking Annapurna to provide him food that gives the energy (Shakti) to achieve knowledge and enlightenment. Thus, Annapurna also symbolizes the divine aspect of nourishing care. The cook provides his guests with the energy to best follow their destiny. When food is cooked with a spirit of holiness, it becomes alchemy. Images of Annapurna are also found in kitchens, near dinner tables and in restaurants.

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• Product Code :B6177
• Material :Brass
• Size :3.30"H x 2.90"W x 1.50"D
• Weight :280 gm.

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An epitome of force and energy, the beautiful image of goddess Kali is given a detail treatment. She is holding the slain head of the demon and the lion is looking back to her. The effulgence of colours and the characters that emerge on cotton fabric, help create a resplendent effect in the beautiful painting. Kalamkari art is unique in its use of colour as a medium to portray mythological characters. As the name suggests, Kalamkari is the art of painting cotton fabrics with a kalam i.e. pen, a sharp pointed pierced bamboo that regulates flow of colour on the fabric.

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The beautiful Patachitra painting of Goddess Durga, the divine manifestation of power, is given a refine and detail treatment. The painting depicts the goddess killing the demon Mahishasur with her weapon. The goddess was born out of the combine forces of all gods in order to get rid of Mahishasur who wrought havoc on earth and heaven. On her ten hands, the goddess is carrying ten different weapons. Goddess Durga is one of the most popular goddesses in Hinduism and is worshipped with devotion.

The spectacular brass figure of the Goddess Durga is given a refine and dazzling treatment. The Goddess was born out of the combined energies of different gods in order to eliminate the demon Mahishasur, who had wrought havoc on earth and heaven. The figure is lavishly ornate with some beautiful designs and ornaments as the Goddess Durga is seated on a roaring lion, Her vehicle. One her eight hands, the goddess is carrying different kinds of weapons she received from different gods. A symbol of prowess and strength, the goddess is worshipped all over the country by the Hindus.

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• Product Code :B5945
• Material :Brass
• Size :12"H x 10.50"W x 5.50"D
• Weight :5.300 Kg.

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The beautiful brass figure of Goddess Durga is nicely crafted with a deep sense of religiosity and devotion. One of the most widely worshipped female deities among the Hindus, Durga was the creation of all the gods and goddesses who gave their energies as well as weapons for the deity. Finally, Goddess Durga overpowered the demon Mahishasur and put an end to the era of atrocity and barbarism associated with him. The Goddess is worshipped widely during the Durga Puja, celebrated widely in states like West Bengal and Assam. Durga Puja, also referred to as Dussahara, is an annual Hindu festival. It refers to all the six days observed as Mahalaya, Shashthi, Maha Saptami, Maha Ashtami, Maha Navami and Vijayadashami. Durga Puja marks the victory of Goddess Durga over the evil buffalo demon Mahishasura. Thus, Durga Puja festival epitomises the victory of Good over Evil. In Bengal, Durga is worshipped as Durgotinashini, the destroyer of evil and the protector of her devotees.

The beautiful Kalamkari painting of Goddess Durga is given a simple yet sober treatment. Here the goddess is seated on a lion and in her hands she is holding numerous weapons. Her face is painted blue and is wearing some nice drapery. Some beautiful colour patterns and floral designs make the painting a buyer's choice. The borders are also nicely marked. Goddess Durga is the repository of unified power of all the leading gods and goddesses and she was created to eliminate demon Mahishsur. All leading gods and goddesses also gave their power and weapons to her. Today she is worshipped widely across the country as a repository of power.

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• Product Code :B6557
• Material :Brass
• Size :2.25" H x 2"W
• Weight :120 Gm.

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Here the goddess mounted on a lion is shown carrying weapons in her eight hands. Goddess Durga is one of the most widely revered female deities in Hinduism and she is worshipped across the country during Durga Puja, celebrated across the country during the month of October-November. She symbolizes a triumph of good over bad, virtue over evil. She was born out of the collective forces of all the deities to overpower the demon Mahishasur.

The beautiful Madhubani painting of Devi Durga reveals the prominence of folk tradition in art form. Madhubani paintings are popular in the Mithila region of Bihar and this kind of paintings are made by the local women by using natural colours and powders to make the paintings on cotton clothes and Paper. The themes of this painting are mainly categorized into religious, natural scenes of the village, flora and fauna.

Gracefulness and rich feminine beauty mark the spectacular Kalamkari painting that depicts the goddess of wealth and prosperity being worshipped by two elephants. She is seated on a lotus, the symbol of purity. The spectacular painting has some exquisite designs on it and the beautiful pattern of colours add some sparks to the work. Centred on Kalahasti region of Andhra Pradesh, this type of painting is characterized by strong colour pattern and lines.