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- Publisher : Sri Ramanasramam
- by : B.V. Narasimha Swami
- Cover : Paperback
- Language : English
- Edition : 2017
- Pages : 50
- Weight : 280gm.
- ISBN-10: 818288120X
- ISBN-13: 978-8182881204
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This conversational, question and answer form book is an exquisite English rendition of Bhagavan Ramana’s teachings in Sanskrit verse form. This helps one understand the teachings and philosophy of Saint Ramana in a subtle form.
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- Publisher : Sri Ramanasramam
- by : K. LAKSHMANA SARMA
- Cover : Paperback
- Language : English
- Edition : 2002
- Pages : 281
- Weight : 550gm.
- Size : 8.3 x 5.1 x 1.2 inches
- ISBN-10: 8188018201
- ISBN-13: 978-8188018208
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This book is based largely on two Sanskrit works of Lakshmana Sarma, Sri Ramana Hridayam and Guru Ramana Vachana Mala. The status of the world, the soul, the egoless state and merits of devotion are all lucidly explained so as to help the serious seeker understand the teaching of Sri Bhagavan.
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- Publisher : Sri Ramanasramam
- by : Sri Ramanasraman Tiruvannamalai
- Cover : Paperback
- Language : English
- Edition : 2018
- Pages : 297
- Weight : 410gm.
- Size : Pocket Size Book
- ISBN-10: 8188018570
- ISBN-13: 978-8188018574
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It contains the highest Advaitic teaching imparted by Sage Ashtavakra to King Janaka. Raman Maharshi recommended this book to be studied by his devotees.
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- Publisher : Sri Ramanasramam
- by : Sri Ramanacharanatirtha Nochur Venkataraman
- Cover : Paperback
- Language : English
- Edition : 2017
- Pages : 482
- Weight : 930gm.
- Size : 22 x 15 x 3 cm
- ISBN-10: 818288263X
- ISBN-13: 978-8182882638
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This book in Sanskrit is actually a Sastra on Sri Ramana Maharshi’s teachings. It has numerous quotations from the Sastra granthas.
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- Publisher : Sri Ramanasramam
- by : Francoise Boudignon
- Cover : Paperback
- Language : English
- Edition : 2016
- Pages : 64
- Weight : 550gm.
- Size :
- ISBN-10: 8182882478
- ISBN-13: 978-8182882478
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It describes the main components of the Tiruvannamalai Festival along with the beliefs that underlie them from a pilgrim’s perspective. Tiruvannamalai, a pilgrimage centre for centuries, found a new steam when it got associated with the name of Sri Ramana Maharshi.
The South Indian town of Tiruvannamalai, in recent times associated with the great sage Ramana Maharshi, has, for more than a thousand years, been a major pilgrimage centre for devotees of Lord Siva. Its major festival, occurring between mid-November and mid-December, attracts hundreds of thousands of devotees. In this charming and beautifully-illustrated account, Françoise Boudignon, the author, describes the main components of the festival along with the beliefs that underlie them. The story unfolds through the eyes of a family of peasants who journey from their village to attend the ten-day event. A wide spectrum of Hindu customs, practices and beliefs unfold as the family explores the wonders and the traditions of their ancient culture.
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- Publisher : Vakils Feffer & Simons
- by : Dr. Devdutt Pattanaik
- Cover : Paperback
- Language : English
- Edition : 1998
- Pages : 130
- Weight : 550 gm.
- Size : 10.8 x 8.1 x 0.4 inches
- ISBN-10: 8187111127
- ISBN-13: 978-8187111122
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This book takes us through Vaishnava imagery, philosophy, beliefs, customs, history, folklore and myth to describe the meaning of Vishnu worship in our time. Highlights include lucid explanations, over 200 illustrations, a pictorial key to numerous symbols associated with Vaishnava customs and a map showing important Vishnu temples.
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- Publisher : Vakils Feffer & Simons
- by : Devdutt Pattanaik
- Cover : Paperback
- Language : English
- Edition : 2007
- Pages : x, 122p.
- Weight : 550 gm.
- Size : 10.9 x 8.3 x 0.4 inches
- ISBN-10: 8187111909
- ISBN-13: 978-8187111900
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Vishnu: An Introduction attempts to highlight the many aspects of the preserver of the cosmos. As the sustainer of the elements, the lord of ten principal avatars, and the god of a thousand names – Rama, Krishna, Varaha, Narasimha, Narayana – Vishnu is an enigma and an intellectual challenge. The book untangles the bulk of this Godhead’s philosophy. Through a narrative that is eminently simple, and images that compliment a lucidly-written text, the book guides the reader through Vaishnava belief, history, folklore and myth.
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- Publisher : Vakils Feffer & Simons
- by : G.L. Narayan
- Cover : Paperback
- Language : English
- Edition : 2006
- Pages : xiii, 42
- Weight : 550gm.
- Size : 10.7 x 8 x 0.4 inches
- ISBN-10: 8187111771
- ISBN-13: 978-8187111771
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Understanding Ramayana as Rama Within is an attempt at enacting the Ramayana using the body – both the physical and the metaphysical ones – as the stage. With Ravana representing the ego, Laksmana the body, Sita the mind, and Ram the soul, the book traces the spiritual journey from the outward to the inward. It speaks of the divinity that is man. With vibrant paintings and colour plates, the book is as much a visual treat as it is an intellectual delight.
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- Publisher : Vakils Feffer & Simons
- by : Dr. J. T. Shah
- Cover : Paperback
- Language : English
- Edition : 2008
- Pages : xx, 108
- Weight : 360gm.
- Size : 7 x 0.2 x 9.2 inches
- ISBN-10: 8184620039
- ISBN-13: 978-8184620030
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This book introduces readers to the art of yoga and its healing effects on medical disorders. Through a series of chapters on asanas, pranayama, and meditation, the books attempts to cure and prevent diseases. Most of all, it recognizes the link between the mind and the body and addresses them both, simultaneously. With step-to-step instructions, tables and illustrations, the book clarifies all exercise postures
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- Publisher : Vakils Feffer & Simons
- by : R.K. Lohiya
- Cover : Paperback
- Language : English
- Edition : 2011
- Pages : 82
- Weight : 150gm.
- Size : 8.4 x 5.4 x 0.2 inches
- ISBN-10: 8184620489
- ISBN-13: 978-8184620481
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The Life Science of Divine Geeta conveys Krishna’s Message as relevant to modern era with practical lessons for mental peace and happiness in present day life. As addendum thereto, he has penned logic based Universal Religion Manav Dharma As Culture of Human Happiness suited to today’s global society. This book deserves first reading by all men and women seeking stress free joyous life and the bliss of heart.
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- Publisher : Vakils Feffer & Simons
- by : Devdutt Pattanaik
- Cover : Paperback
- Language : English
- Edition : 2012
- Pages : x, 126p.
- Weight : 550
- Size : 10.9 x 8.2 x 0.4 inches
- ISBN-10: 8184620136
- ISBN-13: 978-8184620139
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The book is an attempt at demystifying one of the chief deities in the Hindu triumvirate, Shiva, the transformer. As Gangadhara, the carrier of the Ganges; as Pashupati, the lord of cattle; as Bhairav, the spirit of austere penance, the book delves into the many identities of a paradoxical Godhead. With a plethora of stories, unfamiliar and untold, a key to the deity’s chief symbols, a map to jyotirlingas, and a list of the ravel-haired god’s many names, Shiva: An Introduction takes the reader on a journey through Shaivite philosophy, history, folklore, ritual and myth.
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- Publisher : Vakils Feffer & Simons
- by : Radhika Sekar
- Cover : Paperback
- Language : English
- Edition : 2004
- Pages : 52
- Weight : 300
- Size : 11.1 x 0.2 x 8.4 inches
- ISBN-10: 8187111682
- ISBN-13: 978-8187111689
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Radhika Sekar’s book is an enchanting exploration of the life of the god of all beginnings, Ganesha. The collection of stories should answer the questions that trouble every curious child. How did Ganesha get an elephant’s head? Why is his right tusk broken? How did Mushaka, the little mouse, become the portly god’s chariot? And who is Ganesha’s wife? Written in a style that is deliberately shorn of all violent terminology, these gentle tales will appeal to every child.
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- Publisher : Vakils Feffer & Simons
- by : Devdutt Pattanaik
- Cover : Paperback
- Language : English
- Edition : 2014
- Pages : 110
- Weight : 500
- Size : 10.8 x 8.2 x 0.4 inches
- ISBN-13: 978-8184620191
- ASIN: 8184620195
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Lakshmi, the goddess of material abundance, affluence, authority and auspiciousness is one of the most popular deities of the Hindu pantheon. The book presents a comprehensive description of the goddess, and helps the reader appreciate the Hindu approach to wealth and power. Simultaneously, it also delves into the temples, symbols, festivals, and names associated with her, and the rituals that promise material fulfillment.
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- Publisher : Vakils Feffer & Simons
- by : Chandrika
- Cover : Paperback
- Language : English
- Edition : 2011
- Pages : 369
- Weight : 1750
- Size : 11.2 x 8.3 x 1.2 inches
- ISBN-10: 8184620381
- ISBN-13: 978-8184620382
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The book is a celebration of Krishna… in many ways. It pays tribute to the long, varied and unbroken tradition of Krishna paintings, from the exquisite miniatures of north India to the extravagant Tanjore paintings of the south, enlivening each page with their spiritual euphoria. The book does more. It brings a selection from the rich cornucopia of bhakti (devotional) poetry – verses of singers and saints, poets and philosophers, who have called out, in love and longing, to the incomparable Blue God. Together they make Krishna, a complete sensuous experience. Written in lucid and lyrical language, one idea emerges through the book with clarity – Krishna is relevant, more relevant today, than even when he first walked the earth as man.
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- Publisher : Vakils Feffer & Simons
- by : Shakunthala Jagannathan
- Cover : Paperback
- Language : English
- Edition : 2009
- Pages : viii, 84p.
- Weight : 500gm.
- Size : 10.9 x 8.2 x 0.3 inches
- ISBN-13: 978-8184620214
- ASIN: 8184620217
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One of the oldest living religions in the world, with approximately a billion adherents, Hinduism is both a school of thought and a way of life. Drawing from a colossal pool of texts written across the ages – from the Upanishads and the Vedas to the Gita and the Puranas – the religion melds together a range of voices. Yet, given the complexity of its philosophical thrust, the contradictions in its discourse, and the sheer immensity of its bank of wisdom, Hinduism remains a mystery, even to its followers. Hinduism: An Introduction attempts to simplify an undeniably complex belief-system, and shed light on its eternal laws.
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- Publisher : Vakils Feffer & Simons
- by : Devdutt Pattanaik
- Cover : Paperback
- Language : English
- Edition : 2015
- Pages : 134
- Weight : 550gm.
- Size : 10.9 x 8.1 x 0.3 inches
- ISBN-10: 8187111941
- ISBN-13: 978-8187111948
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Brother of Bhima, Son of Vayu, Guardian of Sita, Devotee of Rama, Hanuman is at once, the lord of strength and the lord of devotional surrender. Hanuman: An Introduction takes the reader through the life and philosophical impetus of India’s beloved Monkey God. Drawing from a rich pool of sources, the Ramayana, the Mahabharata, the Puranas and juxtaposing text with image, the book is an exploration of one of Hinduism’s most popular deities.
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- Publisher : Vakils Feffer & Simons
- by : Radhika Sekar
- Cover : Paperback
- Language : English
- Edition : 2007
- Pages : 66
- Weight : 330gm.
- Size : 10.7 x 8.3 x 0.2 inches
- ISBN-10: 8187111887
- ISBN-13: 978-8187111887
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Hanuman is the lord of many identities: the son of Vayu (the keeper of the winds), the patron deity of yoga, the most devout of all disciples in Ramayana, and the beloved of Indians, young and old. Radhika Sekar’s Hanuman celebrates the many aspects of the monkey-god, and gives us a glimpse into his life: from his early years with Anjana and Surya, to his later life, marked by unflagging dedication to Rama. Narrated in a language that is engaging, uncomplicated, and free of violent terminology, the book is certain to delight every child!
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- Publisher : Vakils Feffer & Simons
- by : Shakunthala Jagannathan, Nanditha Krishna
- Cover : Paperback
- Language : English
- Edition : 2006
- Pages : viii, 107p.
- Weight : 500gm.
- Size : 8.2 x 0.2 x 10.8 inches
- ISBN-10: 8184620047
- ISBN-13: 978-8184620047
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Among the many Gods worshipped in India, Ganesha has a pride of place – as the lord of beginnings, the remover of obstacles, the endearing elephant-headed deity. But was Ganesha always our beloved God? How did he weave his way into a country’s affections? Moving effortlessly between legend and history, parables and archeology, the book sheds light on the rise of a God. With photographs and attractive line-drawings, this book speaks as effectively through visual as it does through words.
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- Publisher : Vakils Feffer & Simons
- by : Guruji Shri Satyendra V. Nayak
- Cover : Hardcover
- Language : English
- Edition : 2014
- Pages : 326
- Weight : 700gm.
- Size : 8.9 x 5.8 x 1.2 inches
- ISBN-10: 8184620845
- ISBN-13: 978-8184620849
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Devi’s Miracles is a book about the entry of Maa Mookambika Devi into Swamiji’s (Late Shri Vishnu Sadanand Nayak) life and His remarkable metamorphosis from family man to swami. Although Swamiji was known (to His devotees) as a reluctant Swami, His love and belief in Devi was unquestionable! Devi tested His faith and made Him undergo personal struggle and sacrifice but She never let go of Her patri’s hand. Swamiji was rightfully anointed by Maa Mookambika Devi to help spread Her divine grace to mankind. Even today His powerful presence and amazing kindness continue to spread miracles.
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- Publisher : Vakils Feffer & Simons
- by : Karen Rajesh / Vishal Desai
- Cover : Hardcover
- Language : English
- Edition : 2011
- Pages : 265
- Weight : 650gm.
- Size : 8.9 x 5.8 x 1 inches
- ISBN-10: 8184620438
- ISBN-13: 978-8184620436
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Devi’s Grace is a book about the entry of Maa Mookambika Devi into Swamiji’s (Late Shri Vishnu Sadanand Nayak) life and His remarkable metamorphosis from family man to swami. Although Swamiji was known (to His devotees) as a reluctant Swami, His love and belief in Devi was unquestionable! Devi tested this faith and made Him undergo personal struggle and sacrifice but She never let go of Her patri’s hand. Swamiji was rightfully anointed by Maa Mookambika Devi to help spread Her Divine Grace to mankind. Even today His powerful presence and amazing kindness continue to spread miracles.
Specification:
- Publisher : Vakils Feffer & Simons
- by : Ruzbeh Nari Bharucha
- Cover : Hardcover
- Language : English
- Edition : 2014
- Pages : 274
- Weight : 550gm.
- Size : 9.1 x 1 x 6.1 inches
- ISBN-10: 8187111569
- ISBN-13: 978-8187111566
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Devi’s Emerald is at once a biographical account and a spellbinding story, a homage to a spiritualist and a plea for faith. It delves into the lives of those who have witnessed and experienced the love of Ma Mookambika (the Universal Mother) and Swamiji. It narrates the experiences of his countless devotees. Most of all, with humour and wisdom, the book celebrates the grandest of all miracles – the resurrection of belief.
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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.
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- Publisher : Vakils Feffer & Simons
- by : Soumya Ayer
- Cover : Paperback
- Language : English
- Edition : 2014
- Pages : 74
- Weight : 360gm.
- Size : 10.3 x 8.4 x 0.4 inches
- ISBN-13: 978-8184620177
- ASIN: 8184620179
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Dashavatar is a collection of ten spell-binding stories for children. In each of the narratives, the world is on the brink of collapse, entrenched in vice and sin, when the Lord decides to intervene and rescue it. He takes on a variety of forms, sometimes splendorous, at other times disarmingly humble. From Matsya avatar, where Vishnu assumes the shape of a fish, to Vamana avatar, where he shrinks in size, from Krishna avatar, where he becomes the Blue One, the eternal flutist, to Kalki, the future, where he will ride astride a horse and reinstate justice, each of the stories speaks of the Lord’s benevolence, and the triumph of good over evil.
Specification:
- Publisher : Vakils Feffer & Simons
- by : Nanditha Krishna
- Cover : Paperback
- Language : English
- Edition : 2007
- Pages : 144
- Weight : 500gm.
- Size : 8.2 x 0.5 x 11.2 inches
- ISBN-10: 8187111461
- ISBN-13: 978-8187111467
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Balaji–Venkateshwara: An Introduction attempts to unravel the life of Balaji and study his temple, nestled in the hills of South India. It is said that Lord Vishnu, to rescue a world in distress, took the form of Balaji-Venkateshwara, the destroyer of all sins. Yet, who really was Balaji? What is the legend behind his incarnation? What are the stories behind his temple’s origin? What are the meanings behind the rituals he demands? The book attempts to answer these questions, and more, for the pilgrim-soul.
The Temple of Balaji or Venkateshwara on Tirumala hill above the town of Tirupati in India has become a focal point of contemporary religion attracting crowds of all ages,faiths and Nationaliteis.However,not much is known about the God,except his ability to answer prayers and perform the most improbable miracles.Not many people are aware that the sanctity of the God and the hill is over two thousand years old.What makes the temple so popular,and what are the beliefs of the people,are the questions that this Book has tried to answer.
This Book is a collection of the folk legends about Venkateshwara,the sacred Tirumala hill and it's many lakes and waterfalls,his miracles,and the beutiful rituals and festivals associated with him.He is a manifestation of Vishnu the preserver,and his association with the other incarnations is well documented.
There are rare photographs of the God,his gold and diamond jewellery,the various other bronzes and sculptures contained in the temple and the images of the festivals for which Tirumala has been famous from time immemorial.The illustrations of the stories have been executed in the Tirupati style of drawing.
This Book should be of equal interest to to the layman,the scholar and the devotee,and a valuable addition to every home and library.
About the Author
Dr. Nanditha Krishna is the illustrious daughter of Shakunthala Jagannathan whose Books Hinduism and Ganesha are well known and Nanditha in fact co-authored the Book Ganesha.She has written a number of Books for children and also on environment.