Lord of Lanka - Paperback Comic Book
The Ramayana of Valmiki is considered to be the oldest epic of India. Unlike the Mahabharata, the story of Rama has no historical foundation Yet the poem has become an intrinsic part of Hindu life. The victory of rama over Ravana. Symoilizing the victory of good over evil, is still celebrated all over India during the Dassera festival in October.
The story of Rama has inspired many to write poems and scholarly treatises. A number of versions of the story are prevalent, not only in Sanskrit, the language in which Valmiki wrote his Ramayana but also in Hindi, Bengali, Tamil and other Indian languages.
Mumali, a rakshasa king, comes form the nether-world to the world of men in search of a groom for his daughter, Kaikesi. He is impressed by the mighty Kubera, son of Vishrava. He argues that is if his daughter were to marry Vishrava, she too would bear great sons. The marriage takes place but Kaikasi bears rakshasa children. The oldest is named Ravana. Urged by his ambitious mother, Ravana puts forth his claim to be the Lord of Lanka. Thereafter follow a number of adventures, ultimately leading to the siege of Lanka by Rama.
The story, as narrated here, is based on the Uttara Kanda of Valmiki’s Ramayana.
The story of Rama has inspired many to write poems and scholarly treatises. A number of versions of the story are prevalent, not only in Sanskrit, the language in which Valmiki wrote his Ramayana but also in Hindi, Bengali, Tamil and other Indian languages.
Mumali, a rakshasa king, comes form the nether-world to the world of men in search of a groom for his daughter, Kaikesi. He is impressed by the mighty Kubera, son of Vishrava. He argues that is if his daughter were to marry Vishrava, she too would bear great sons. The marriage takes place but Kaikasi bears rakshasa children. The oldest is named Ravana. Urged by his ambitious mother, Ravana puts forth his claim to be the Lord of Lanka. Thereafter follow a number of adventures, ultimately leading to the siege of Lanka by Rama.
The story, as narrated here, is based on the Uttara Kanda of Valmiki’s Ramayana.
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Shivaji - Paperback Comic Book
During the seventeenth century, the Mughals reigned supreme over Northern Central India. In the Deccan endless battles went on between other kings like Adil Shah of Bijapr and chiefs like the Nawab of Janjira. The common man suffered at the hands of the officers as well as the marauding Khans and Sardars. Even the seal of such fighting races as the Rajputs had been suppressed by centuries of slavery under Mughal rule. Many of them had become mere puppets, holding posts of honour under their royal masters.
At such a peiod was Shivaji born. He was the son of an incredible brave father and wise and loving mother. These two and teacher named Dadoji were the moulding influences on shivaji’s character. The boy showed and uncommon understanding of the happenings around him. The wicked deeds of the ruling class made him angry and restless. The flame of freedom burnt in the little boy’s heart. He collected around him a band of devoted followers and as they grew up they swore to throw off the yoke of alien rule.
How shivaji carried out his ambitious plans with success, is told in pictures in the following pages.
At such a peiod was Shivaji born. He was the son of an incredible brave father and wise and loving mother. These two and teacher named Dadoji were the moulding influences on shivaji’s character. The boy showed and uncommon understanding of the happenings around him. The wicked deeds of the ruling class made him angry and restless. The flame of freedom burnt in the little boy’s heart. He collected around him a band of devoted followers and as they grew up they swore to throw off the yoke of alien rule.
How shivaji carried out his ambitious plans with success, is told in pictures in the following pages.
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The Tiger and The Woodpecker
Telugu, a vibrant language even in medieval times, produced the distinguished poet manchana. His stories are all delightful lessons in wisdom. Some teach us the value of honour while others tell us that might is not always right. We see a tiny rat outwitting a venomous serpent and then an old turtle saving his friends from a greedy eagle. Read on to learn a trick or two.
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Crows and Owls - a Collection of Panchatantra Tales
Pandit Vishnu Sharma found an ideal teaching tool – tales from a collection he called the Panchatantra. Gently guiding his pupils towards a life of honour and nobility, his fables provided joyful entertainment as well. They are read even today, 2000 years later, by peoples of diverse cultures in various languages. All that is foolish as well as unkind in the human character is starkly revealed, together with some useful advice: pick your friends wisely!
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Birbal The Clever - Tale of Birbal
Birbal had proved himself to be the mast reliable minister at court, time and again. He dispensed justice, dealt diplomatically with other rulers, led military expeditions and composed poetry. In addition, he also rescued Akbar from the dangers of arrogance and unfettered power. Most importantly, he made the Great Mughal Laugh.
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Bikal The Terrible- The Tale of Frightened Tiger
Bikal is the original ‘He-Who-Must-Not-Be-Named’. The best way to ward off Bikal the Terrible is to avoid taking his name. The word bikal inspires such fear and awe that even a figer gets scared of Bikal and tamely allws himself to be fooled by two daredevils. This is a delightful folktale from Madhya Pradesh.
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Gandhari - Amar Chitra Katha
Stories of many great women, their achievements andtheir sufferings, are recounted in the Ramayana and the Mahabharata. Sita, Kunti and Draupadi are among the better known. These women went through several painful ordeals, but they had just one hope to sustain them – they had noble children.
The case of Gandhari, the mother of the Kauravas is different. She was a good woman who gave birth to wicked sons. There was treachery all around her. Her husband was weak and ambitious, her brother Shakuni, was an arch-villain and her hundred sons were filled with hatred and violence. She stood among them, for virtue and truth – like a solitary lotus in a marshy swamp.
The case of Gandhari, the mother of the Kauravas is different. She was a good woman who gave birth to wicked sons. There was treachery all around her. Her husband was weak and ambitious, her brother Shakuni, was an arch-villain and her hundred sons were filled with hatred and violence. She stood among them, for virtue and truth – like a solitary lotus in a marshy swamp.
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Guru Tegh Bahadur - Amar Chitra Katha
Tegh Bahadur become the Guru of the Sikhs at a time when the Mughal Emperor, Aurangzeb’s policy of religious intolerance and persecution had antagonized vast sections of his subjects. The Jat peasantry took up arms in the district of Mathura. The Satnamis rebelled in the Punjab but these rebellions were mercilessly crushed. In the Deccan however, Shivaji’s powers continued to be on the rise and in 1674, he proclaimed himself king. This made Aurangzeb even more ruthless in his religious persecution.
When the Hindus of Kashmir were denied the freedom to follow their faith, they approached Guru Tegh Bahadur for help and guidance. More than four hundred years ago religious intolerance and persecution was common all over the world. It was at this period of time that the Guru carried the conviction that every individual must have the freedom to follow the faith of his or her choice. He wrote to the emperor, reminding him that the Holy Koran does not sanction forcible conversion. He expressed his willingness to hold discussions on the subject with the emperor and his advisers on matters of religion. He said, “If they succeed in converting me to their opinion, I will embrace your Islam and all the Hindus too might do the same. If on the contrary, they do not succeed I converting me to their opinion, then I request that henceforth all religious persecution should be stopped.”
Great ingenuity was used in devising new kinds of torture for the Guru and his closest disciples. But Aurangzeb failed to crush their spirit. Thus the Guru laid down his life for a great principle, which today is cherished by people in most parts of the world. Even to this day, he is remembered as Hind-di-chadar (literally, the coverlet of India), protector of India’s honor.
When the Hindus of Kashmir were denied the freedom to follow their faith, they approached Guru Tegh Bahadur for help and guidance. More than four hundred years ago religious intolerance and persecution was common all over the world. It was at this period of time that the Guru carried the conviction that every individual must have the freedom to follow the faith of his or her choice. He wrote to the emperor, reminding him that the Holy Koran does not sanction forcible conversion. He expressed his willingness to hold discussions on the subject with the emperor and his advisers on matters of religion. He said, “If they succeed in converting me to their opinion, I will embrace your Islam and all the Hindus too might do the same. If on the contrary, they do not succeed I converting me to their opinion, then I request that henceforth all religious persecution should be stopped.”
Great ingenuity was used in devising new kinds of torture for the Guru and his closest disciples. But Aurangzeb failed to crush their spirit. Thus the Guru laid down his life for a great principle, which today is cherished by people in most parts of the world. Even to this day, he is remembered as Hind-di-chadar (literally, the coverlet of India), protector of India’s honor.
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Jataka Tales - Jackal Stories
All living creatures die to be born again, so the Hindus believe. Siddhartha, who became the Buddha, was no exception. It is believed that several lifetimes as a Bodhisattva go into the making of Buddha, the Enlightened one. The Bodhisattva is one, who by performing virtuous, kind and intelligent acts, aspires to become a Buddha. The Bodhisattva came in many forms – man, monkey, deer, elephant, lion. Whatever his mortal body, he spreads the message of justice and wisdom, tempered with compassion
This wisdom, the wisdom of right thinking and right living, is preserved in the Hataka stories. The Jataka tales, on which the present title is based, is a collection of 550 stories included in the Pali canon. These are based on folklore, legends and ballads of ancient India. We cannot assign a definite date to the Jataka stories. Taking into account archaeological and literary evidence, it seems likely that they were compiled in the period between 3rd century BC and 5th century AD. The Jataka tales provide invaluable information about Indian civilization, culture and philosophy.
This volume of jackal stories will keep children amused, while never failing to point out the ultimate triumph of good over evil
This wisdom, the wisdom of right thinking and right living, is preserved in the Hataka stories. The Jataka tales, on which the present title is based, is a collection of 550 stories included in the Pali canon. These are based on folklore, legends and ballads of ancient India. We cannot assign a definite date to the Jataka stories. Taking into account archaeological and literary evidence, it seems likely that they were compiled in the period between 3rd century BC and 5th century AD. The Jataka tales provide invaluable information about Indian civilization, culture and philosophy.
This volume of jackal stories will keep children amused, while never failing to point out the ultimate triumph of good over evil
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Jataka Tales - Monkey Stories - Paperback Comic Book
The Jataka tales, on which the present title is based, is a collection of 550 stories included in the pali canon. They are tales in which the Bodhisattva in his previous births is narrated. The Bodhisattva is one, who by performing virtuous, kind and intelligent acts, aspires to become a Buddha (enlightened one). The Bodhisattva came in many form – man, monkey, deer, elephant, lion. This wisdom, the wisdom of right thinking and right living, is preserved in the Jataka stories.
The Jataka tales are based on folklore, legends and ballads of ancient India. We connot assign a definite date to the Jataka stories. Taking into account archaeological and literary evidence, is seems likely that they were compiled in the period between 3rd century BC and 5th century AD. The Jataka tales provide invaluable information about ancient India civilization, culture and philosoph.
The Jataka tales are based on folklore, legends and ballads of ancient India. We connot assign a definite date to the Jataka stories. Taking into account archaeological and literary evidence, is seems likely that they were compiled in the period between 3rd century BC and 5th century AD. The Jataka tales provide invaluable information about ancient India civilization, culture and philosoph.
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Jataka Tales - The Mouse Merchant
The Jataka tales, on which the present title is based, is a collection of 550 stories included in the Pali canon. They are tales of the life of the Bodhisattva in his previous births. The Bodhisattva is one, who by performing virtuous, kind and intelligent acts, aspires to become a Buddha (enlightened one). He comes in many forms – man, monkey, deer, elephant, lion. Whatever his mortal body, he spreads the message of justice and wisdom, tempered with compassion. This wisdom, of right thinking and right living, is preserved in the Jataka stories.
The Jataka tales are based on the ballads, legends and folklore of ancient Inida. A definite date cannot be assigned to the Jataka stories. Taking into account archaeological and literary evidence, it seems likely that they were compiled in the period between the 3rd century BC and 5th century AD. The Jataka tales provide invaluable information about ancient India civilization, culture and philosophy.
This Amar Chitra Katha contains three stories. ‘The Mouse Merchant’ provides a lesson in patience, perseverance and ingenuity, where a poor young man makes his fortune with a dead rat. ‘The Invaluable treasure’ is a charming tale about a destitute water-carrier who earns half a kingdom. ‘The Right Moment’ is a quick test wit.
The Jataka tales are based on the ballads, legends and folklore of ancient Inida. A definite date cannot be assigned to the Jataka stories. Taking into account archaeological and literary evidence, it seems likely that they were compiled in the period between the 3rd century BC and 5th century AD. The Jataka tales provide invaluable information about ancient India civilization, culture and philosophy.
This Amar Chitra Katha contains three stories. ‘The Mouse Merchant’ provides a lesson in patience, perseverance and ingenuity, where a poor young man makes his fortune with a dead rat. ‘The Invaluable treasure’ is a charming tale about a destitute water-carrier who earns half a kingdom. ‘The Right Moment’ is a quick test wit.
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Gopal The Jester - Paperback Comic Book
This Amar Chitra Katha contains seven short stories about Gopal Bhand, the clever barber, who could be described as the “Birbal of Bengal”. Gopal’s native shrewdness helped him turn every situation to his advantage to the Nawab of Murshidabad. Whenever the eccentric Nawab gave Krishna Chandra an impossible assignment, it was Gopal who came to the king’s rescue. Stories about him are extremely popular, particularly in Bengal and Bihar.
The stories in this book are varied. In one, Gopal outwits the Nawab, much to the delight of his king, while in another he pilfers sweets form the local sweet shop. From time to time, Gopal traps a group of dacoits, solves the king’s dilemmas and even manages to change the flow of conversation in the entire town! Being the king’s favorite, however, did not turn his head. He mingled freely with the common people and often helped them too. That explains the popularity of this folk-hero to this day.
The stories in this book are varied. In one, Gopal outwits the Nawab, much to the delight of his king, while in another he pilfers sweets form the local sweet shop. From time to time, Gopal traps a group of dacoits, solves the king’s dilemmas and even manages to change the flow of conversation in the entire town! Being the king’s favorite, however, did not turn his head. He mingled freely with the common people and often helped them too. That explains the popularity of this folk-hero to this day.
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Malavika - A Sanskrit Classic
The story Malavika is based on poet-writer Kalidasa’s play Malavikagnimitra. Kalidasa is respected as one of the greatest poets and playwrights of all time. Scholars are not quite certain about the date in which kalidasa lived and wrote. From the 6th century BC to the 10th century AD, various dates various dates are proved and disproved to be the period in which Kalidasa lived. But when it comes to Kaladasa’s writings, there are no two opinions – they are unanimously considered exquisite.
As Kaladasa’s first play, malavikagnimtra has more of the young enthusiastic writer’s sense of fun, play and intrigue than the spectacular imagery and poetic expressions displayed in his later works. Kaladasa was a court poet and the play receals his first grand experience of the intrigue and cunning, and the jealousy, love and valour that rage behind royal curtains.
The poet’s more memorable works are abhijanna-Shakuntalam, Ritusamhara, Raghuvamsh, Kumarasambhava, Vikramorvashiya and famous Meghduta, which is matchless work of poetry. Kalidasa is respected all over the world as one of the greatest poets and playwrights. Some of his works have been translated into almost all the major languages of the world.
As Kaladasa’s first play, malavikagnimtra has more of the young enthusiastic writer’s sense of fun, play and intrigue than the spectacular imagery and poetic expressions displayed in his later works. Kaladasa was a court poet and the play receals his first grand experience of the intrigue and cunning, and the jealousy, love and valour that rage behind royal curtains.
The poet’s more memorable works are abhijanna-Shakuntalam, Ritusamhara, Raghuvamsh, Kumarasambhava, Vikramorvashiya and famous Meghduta, which is matchless work of poetry. Kalidasa is respected all over the world as one of the greatest poets and playwrights. Some of his works have been translated into almost all the major languages of the world.
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Savitri - Amar Chitra Katha
The story of Savitri and Satyavan is from the great epic Mahabharata. It is one of the many told by Saga Markandeya to the Pandavas while they were in exile. Yudhishthira, the eldest Pandava prince, was depressed at witnessing the trials and tribulations of their wife Draupadi, whose devotion to her husbands remained constant despite her sufferings.
Markandeya explained to Yudhishthira that regardless of what one may have to suffer, the chastity and devotion of women will ultimately bring triumph to their loved ones and themselves. Draupadi’s goodness therefore, would ultimately deliver the five Pandava princes from their misfortunes, just as the chaste Savitri’s staunch devotion to her husband, but also to her parents and her husband’s parents. It was her intense devotion that gave her the strength to influence even Yama, the very God of Death, to release Satyavan from his clutches.
Markandeya explained to Yudhishthira that regardless of what one may have to suffer, the chastity and devotion of women will ultimately bring triumph to their loved ones and themselves. Draupadi’s goodness therefore, would ultimately deliver the five Pandava princes from their misfortunes, just as the chaste Savitri’s staunch devotion to her husband, but also to her parents and her husband’s parents. It was her intense devotion that gave her the strength to influence even Yama, the very God of Death, to release Satyavan from his clutches.
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King Kusha - A Buddhist Tale
The Jatakas, on which the present title is based, is a collection of 550 stories included in the Pali canon. They are tales in which the life of the Bodhisattva in his previous births is narrated. The Bodhisattva is one, who by performing virtuous, kind and intelligent acts, aspires to become a Buddha (enlightened one).
The Jataka tales are based on legends, ballads and folklore of ancient India. We cannot assign a definite date to the Jataka stories. Taking into account archaeological and literary evidence, it seems likely that they were compiled in the period between 3rd century BC and 5th century AD. The Jataka tales provide invaluable information about ancient Indian civilization, culture and philosophy.
The Jataka stories have been very popular in the Buddhist world. These stories have been translated into almost all the languages of Buddhist countries, such as Chinese, Tibetan, Sinhalese, Siamese, Burmese, Japanese, and also into many modern European languages. Thesestories have inspired painting and sculpture in ancient India and in other Buddist countries. Sanchi, Bharhut, Amaravati and Ajanta in India, Borobudur in Java, Pegan in Burma and Sukhodaya in Thailand bear testimony to the popularity of these tales.
King Kusha is an adaptation of the Kusha Jataka. It is a romantic account of the ugly but wise and talented King Kusha of Kushavati and his love for the beautiful but vain Princess Brabhavati of Sagala.
The Jataka tales are based on legends, ballads and folklore of ancient India. We cannot assign a definite date to the Jataka stories. Taking into account archaeological and literary evidence, it seems likely that they were compiled in the period between 3rd century BC and 5th century AD. The Jataka tales provide invaluable information about ancient Indian civilization, culture and philosophy.
The Jataka stories have been very popular in the Buddhist world. These stories have been translated into almost all the languages of Buddhist countries, such as Chinese, Tibetan, Sinhalese, Siamese, Burmese, Japanese, and also into many modern European languages. Thesestories have inspired painting and sculpture in ancient India and in other Buddist countries. Sanchi, Bharhut, Amaravati and Ajanta in India, Borobudur in Java, Pegan in Burma and Sukhodaya in Thailand bear testimony to the popularity of these tales.
King Kusha is an adaptation of the Kusha Jataka. It is a romantic account of the ugly but wise and talented King Kusha of Kushavati and his love for the beautiful but vain Princess Brabhavati of Sagala.
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Dasha Avatar - Paperback Comic Book
In Puranic lore, Vishnu is the preserver of the universe and the cosmic order. The Dasha Avatar is the Puranic story of the ten incarnations of Vishnu who descends to the terrestrial world to establish stability and order, time and again. The avatars occur in a sequence – the first was matsya or fish representing life in water, followed by kurma or turtle signifying life in water and on land, then varaha or boor alluding to terrestrial life and so on. The sequence of the avatars could be taken to symbolize various stages in the evolution of life culminating in the advent of the perfect being.
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More Tale from The Panchatantra - Comic Book
It is believed that Pandit Vishnu Sharma, a great Hindu scholar, wrote the Panchatantra in about 200 BC. But in all probability the tales by themselves could be much older. Some of them date back to the period of the Vedas and the Upanishads (1500 BC to 500 BC).
The Panchatantra is woven around the frame of a tale about a king who entrusts his three dull sons to a learned man, Vishnu Sharma. The Brahmin takes them to his hermitage where he recites specially composed tales, divided into Panchatantras or five systems, on dealings with people.
There are several versions of the Panchatantra. ‘The Dullard and other Stories’ as well as ‘Panchatantra – the Greedy Mother-in-Law’ in the special issue are derived from the version in Kannada by Durga Simha (12th Century Ad).
The Panchatantra is woven around the frame of a tale about a king who entrusts his three dull sons to a learned man, Vishnu Sharma. The Brahmin takes them to his hermitage where he recites specially composed tales, divided into Panchatantras or five systems, on dealings with people.
There are several versions of the Panchatantra. ‘The Dullard and other Stories’ as well as ‘Panchatantra – the Greedy Mother-in-Law’ in the special issue are derived from the version in Kannada by Durga Simha (12th Century Ad).
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Tale of Hanuaman - Paperback Comic Book
According to India mythology. Hanuman, the mighty monkey deity, was said to be the son of the Wind God, Vayu, and Anjana. Hanuman is renowned for his strength and valour besides his steadfast love and loyalty to Lord Rama. He is the embodiment of devotion and power.
The three titles in this Amar Chitra Katha collection narrate the adventures of Hanuman.
‘Hanuman to the Rescue’ is based on krittivasa’s Ramayana. Hanuman’s exploits, particularly after he sets out to bring the herb vishalya karani from Mount Gandhamadana to save Lakshmana, have been beautifully embellished in the Bengali version of the Ramayana.
Hanuman’s unflinching devotion to Rama has made him one of the greatest bhaktas (devotees) ever known In fact, Hanuman is often referred to as Ramabhakta Hanuman. His singular worship of Rama made him compassionate. It helped him leap across 800 miles of ocean to Lanka and console Sita who was pining for Rama – forlorn and lonely in Ravana’s Ashoka garden. This story encapsulates the escapades of Hanuman.
The third tale in this special issue describes the encounter between Hanuman and Bheema, the mighty Pandava prince. Hanuman was the son of Vayu, the Wind God, and Bheema was the son of Kunti, born by the grace of Vayu, thus, the tow can be considered half-brother. Hanuman tests the strength and humility of the great Bheema in this charming anecdote. Hanuman is described as chiranjivi, and immortal. This explains how the meeting between the two was possible, although Bheema was born many centuries later.
The three titles in this Amar Chitra Katha collection narrate the adventures of Hanuman.
‘Hanuman to the Rescue’ is based on krittivasa’s Ramayana. Hanuman’s exploits, particularly after he sets out to bring the herb vishalya karani from Mount Gandhamadana to save Lakshmana, have been beautifully embellished in the Bengali version of the Ramayana.
Hanuman’s unflinching devotion to Rama has made him one of the greatest bhaktas (devotees) ever known In fact, Hanuman is often referred to as Ramabhakta Hanuman. His singular worship of Rama made him compassionate. It helped him leap across 800 miles of ocean to Lanka and console Sita who was pining for Rama – forlorn and lonely in Ravana’s Ashoka garden. This story encapsulates the escapades of Hanuman.
The third tale in this special issue describes the encounter between Hanuman and Bheema, the mighty Pandava prince. Hanuman was the son of Vayu, the Wind God, and Bheema was the son of Kunti, born by the grace of Vayu, thus, the tow can be considered half-brother. Hanuman tests the strength and humility of the great Bheema in this charming anecdote. Hanuman is described as chiranjivi, and immortal. This explains how the meeting between the two was possible, although Bheema was born many centuries later.
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The Great Hindi Poets - Paperback Comic Book
Soordas, the blind bard of Brj, is considered the Valmiki of Brij (a dialect of Hindi), not only because he was the first poet to write in that dialect, but also because his works have an epic stature. Soordas was not only a poet, but also a great composer. His song become so popular that even during his lifetime, he had become a legend.
The affection of Yashoda and the gopis – the vowherd-girls of Brij for Krishna, the intense love of Radha for Krishna and dalliance the latter with the gopis formed the theme of most of his songs.
Tulsidas rendered the Ramayana, written in Sanskrit by Valmiki, into hindi in the sixteenth century. But his ‘amcharit-manas’ differs from the original in many ways. It was written at a time when a very vast area of India was under Mughal rule. Amongst the Hindus, there were frequent controversies between the worshippers of Shiva, Vishnuand Mother Goddess, and again between the worshippers of Ram and Krishna. It is to the credit of Tulsidas that he tried to weave all these cuts into an integrated whole.
The story as narrated in this book is mostly based on legends.
The third title in this series is on Mirabai. She was born a princess and marriage became a queen. But the kingdom she chose was the one of Krishna. Not for a moment did she swerve from her purpose. Hers was an immutable faith in Krishna. Uncharitable relatives and uncomprehending friends were no hindrance to her devotion. She had given herself up to Krishna. She belonged to him completely.
The store of Mira, as narrated in this book on legends about her and not on historical facts.
The affection of Yashoda and the gopis – the vowherd-girls of Brij for Krishna, the intense love of Radha for Krishna and dalliance the latter with the gopis formed the theme of most of his songs.
Tulsidas rendered the Ramayana, written in Sanskrit by Valmiki, into hindi in the sixteenth century. But his ‘amcharit-manas’ differs from the original in many ways. It was written at a time when a very vast area of India was under Mughal rule. Amongst the Hindus, there were frequent controversies between the worshippers of Shiva, Vishnuand Mother Goddess, and again between the worshippers of Ram and Krishna. It is to the credit of Tulsidas that he tried to weave all these cuts into an integrated whole.
The story as narrated in this book is mostly based on legends.
The third title in this series is on Mirabai. She was born a princess and marriage became a queen. But the kingdom she chose was the one of Krishna. Not for a moment did she swerve from her purpose. Hers was an immutable faith in Krishna. Uncharitable relatives and uncomprehending friends were no hindrance to her devotion. She had given herself up to Krishna. She belonged to him completely.
The store of Mira, as narrated in this book on legends about her and not on historical facts.
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Tales of the Mother Goddess - Comic Book
In the Hindu pantheon, Shiva represents the supreme consciousness as well as the male principle which acquires the power to create and destroy the elements only in conjunction with Shakti, the female principle. Thus Shiva’s consort is the manifestation of the supreme consciousness.
This Amar Chitra Katha special issue narrates three powerful tales of the Mother Goddess.
In the first story, Brahma and Vishnu are keen to see the ascetic Lord Shiva married. They appeal to Goddess Uma to Become Shiva’s consort and she is thus born to Brahma’s son Daksha. She is named Sati. With severe penances, young Sati wins the love of Shiva and they marry. Later, when Daksha insults Shiva, the ever-dutiful Sati immolates herself as she wishes to be reborn to a father she can respect.
True to her word, Sati is reborn as Parvati in the second story of this volume. She is the daughter of the great Mountain King, Himavat, and the lovely nymph, Menaka. Parvati fervently woos Shiva with charm, penance and servitude, in turn. The help of Kama, the God of Love, is also engaged in the romantic tale. Eventually, Parvati is united with her beloved Shiva, never to be separated form him again.
The third part of this volume narrates three tales of the mighty Goddess Durga. Shakti, the female principle, activated Shiva and therefore worshipped as Durga, the personification of universal energy. The worship of Durga can be traced to the mother worship of the ancient pre-Aryan cults. Durga is created form the powerful rays of lights that emanated form the faces of all the Gods. Her thousand arms carry the greatest of all the Gods’ weapons – Shiva’s trident, Vishnu’s discus and Indra’s thunderbolt, among other. In essence, Parvati, Durga, Ambika and Kali or Chamundi are all powerful manifestations of the supreme female Shakti.
This Amar Chitra Katha special issue narrates three powerful tales of the Mother Goddess.
In the first story, Brahma and Vishnu are keen to see the ascetic Lord Shiva married. They appeal to Goddess Uma to Become Shiva’s consort and she is thus born to Brahma’s son Daksha. She is named Sati. With severe penances, young Sati wins the love of Shiva and they marry. Later, when Daksha insults Shiva, the ever-dutiful Sati immolates herself as she wishes to be reborn to a father she can respect.
True to her word, Sati is reborn as Parvati in the second story of this volume. She is the daughter of the great Mountain King, Himavat, and the lovely nymph, Menaka. Parvati fervently woos Shiva with charm, penance and servitude, in turn. The help of Kama, the God of Love, is also engaged in the romantic tale. Eventually, Parvati is united with her beloved Shiva, never to be separated form him again.
The third part of this volume narrates three tales of the mighty Goddess Durga. Shakti, the female principle, activated Shiva and therefore worshipped as Durga, the personification of universal energy. The worship of Durga can be traced to the mother worship of the ancient pre-Aryan cults. Durga is created form the powerful rays of lights that emanated form the faces of all the Gods. Her thousand arms carry the greatest of all the Gods’ weapons – Shiva’s trident, Vishnu’s discus and Indra’s thunderbolt, among other. In essence, Parvati, Durga, Ambika and Kali or Chamundi are all powerful manifestations of the supreme female Shakti.
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Tales of Krishna - Paperback Comic Book
Lord Krishna is one of the most endearing deities of Indian mythology and is considered to be one of the avatars of the Lord Vishnu. Goddess Lakshmi, the consort of Lord Vishnu, was born upon earth as his companion during his many incarnations.
Krishna is, at times, the simple cowherd indulging the milkmaids in playful banter. At other times, he is the supreme intellectual – engaged in the exposition of the Gita philosophy. Krishna’s beguiling childish pranks and his dignified wisdom have, in turn influenced the Hindu consciousness for centuries.
This Amar Chitra Katha special issue brings to you three charming tales of the invincible Lord Krishna. The first tale encapsulates Krishna’s romantic marriage with Rukmini, the beautiful and viruous princess of Vidarbha who gives her heart of Krishna when she hears of his great deeds. Rukmini is said to be the earthly incarnation of Goddess Lakshmi. How he whisks her off under the very noses of his stunned enemies and subsequent battle of the two sides is wonderfully narrated in this story.
The second story in this volume is about Krishna, the child. He particularly appeals to children because unlike and other deity he is, in fact, one among them. Young Krishna is mischievous, naughty and bubbling with enthusiasm. This powerful human element is the secret to Krishna’s universal popularity.
The third title narrates the story of Krishna when he was falsely accused of stealing the syamantaka gem that belonged to Prince Satrajit of Dwarka. To save his honour, Krishna goes into the jungle on a frantic hunt for the gem. A great adventure follows where Krishna duels with a mighty bear for 28 days and wins two new brides.
Krishna is, at times, the simple cowherd indulging the milkmaids in playful banter. At other times, he is the supreme intellectual – engaged in the exposition of the Gita philosophy. Krishna’s beguiling childish pranks and his dignified wisdom have, in turn influenced the Hindu consciousness for centuries.
This Amar Chitra Katha special issue brings to you three charming tales of the invincible Lord Krishna. The first tale encapsulates Krishna’s romantic marriage with Rukmini, the beautiful and viruous princess of Vidarbha who gives her heart of Krishna when she hears of his great deeds. Rukmini is said to be the earthly incarnation of Goddess Lakshmi. How he whisks her off under the very noses of his stunned enemies and subsequent battle of the two sides is wonderfully narrated in this story.
The second story in this volume is about Krishna, the child. He particularly appeals to children because unlike and other deity he is, in fact, one among them. Young Krishna is mischievous, naughty and bubbling with enthusiasm. This powerful human element is the secret to Krishna’s universal popularity.
The third title narrates the story of Krishna when he was falsely accused of stealing the syamantaka gem that belonged to Prince Satrajit of Dwarka. To save his honour, Krishna goes into the jungle on a frantic hunt for the gem. A great adventure follows where Krishna duels with a mighty bear for 28 days and wins two new brides.
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