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Author | : Swami Satyananda Saraswati |
Publisher | : Sunstar Publishing |
Total Pages | : 344 |
Release | : 2001-01-01 |
Genre | : Body, Mind & Spirit |
ISBN | : 9781887472838 |
English Version The Samashtii Upasana or Cosmic Puja, is the meditation and worship of all the forms of divinity in existence, of all the deities of the universe. The Cosmic Puja is derived from the Chandi Path, and it reveals the worship of the Divine Mother and Her multitudinous family. Puja describes the actions that give birth to merits. The action of the greatest merit is to guide one's awareness into the presence of God and to maintain that presence as long as possible. Through puja we offer all that we possibly can to God and thereby experience peace. This worship is intended to lead us to that objective. Swami Satyananda Saraswati has translated the Cosmic Puja so that we may use it to instill within us that quality of true reverence for all of life in which we actually pay attention. By performing this worship we become so absorbed in the union between the perceiver and the object of perception that we go beyond all duality.
Author | : Sangharakshita |
Publisher | : Windhorse Publications |
Total Pages | : 136 |
Release | : 2013-09-27 |
Genre | : Religion |
ISBN | : 1909314161 |
Imagine a world without beauty, myth, celebration or ritual. It seems that to feel fully and vibrantly alive, these experiences are essential to us. Devotional ritual speaks this language of the heart, but can be a confronting aspect of Buddhism for some people in the West. Skilfully steering us through the difficulties we may encounter, Sangharakshita leads us through the sevenfold puja, a sequence of devotional moods found in Tibetan and Indian forms of Buddhism
Author | : Hugh B. Urban |
Publisher | : Bloomsbury Publishing |
Total Pages | : 263 |
Release | : 2009-10-30 |
Genre | : Religion |
ISBN | : 0857715860 |
In the West, the varied body of texts and traditions known as Tantra for more than two centuries has had the capacity to scandalize and shock. For European colonizers, Orientalist scholars and Christian missionaries of the Victorian era, Tantra was generally seen as the most degenerate and depraved example of the worst tendencies of the so-called 'Indian mind': a pathological mixture of sensuality and religion that prompted the decline of modern Hinduism. Yet for most contemporary New Age and popular writers, Tantra is celebrated as a much-needed affirmation of physical pleasure and sex: indeed as a 'cult of ecstasy' to counter the perceived hypocritical prudery of many Westerners. In recent years, Tantra has become the focus of a still larger cultural and political debate. In the eyes of many Hindus, much of the western literature on Tantra represents a form of neo-colonialism, which continues to portray India as an exotic, erotic, hyper-sexualized Orient. Which, then, is the 'real' Tantra? Focusing on one of the oldest and most important Tantric traditions, based in Assam, northeast India, Hugh B Urban shows that Tantra is less about optimal sexual pleasure than about harnessing the divine power of the goddess that flows alike through the cosmos, the human body and political society. In a fresh and vital contribution to the field, the author suggests that the 'real' meaning of Tantra lies in helping us rethink not just the history of Indian religions, but also our own modern obsessions with power, sex and the invidious legacies of cultural imperialism.
Author | : David R. Kinsley |
Publisher | : SUNY Press |
Total Pages | : 344 |
Release | : 1989-01-01 |
Genre | : Religion |
ISBN | : 9780887068355 |
Discusses the cultural background and meaning of ten goddesses, including Aphrodite, Isis, Athena, Durga, Laksmi, and Sita
Author | : SWAMI RAM CHARRAN |
Publisher | : Lulu.com |
Total Pages | : 214 |
Release | : 2011-08-26 |
Genre | : Religion |
ISBN | : 1257835092 |
In Vedic Sciences, the Sanskrit word Puja means honoring a force more powerful than you for inner gains. The goddess Saraswaty is the goddess of knowledge and arts. In this book a simulated version of the Universe is constructed and a simulated trip is made to request the Goddess Saraswaty to grant remunerative knowledge. Such knowledge brings understanding, awareness and enlightenment. Therefore, fear, hatred and other negative influences are removed from your life.
Author | : Vinita rashinkar |
Publisher | : Notion Press |
Total Pages | : 290 |
Release | : 2024-11-06 |
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Step into the mystical world of the Lalita Sahasranama, where each of the Divine Mother’s thousand names resonates like a note in a grand celestial symphony, guiding you on a transformative journey of self-discovery and spiritual awakening. In Esoteric Wisdom of Lalita Sahasranama: Cosmic Symphony ancient wisdom meets modern insight, revealing the profound secrets encoded within this sacred hymn. This book delves deep into the heart of Sri Vidya, the revered tradition that celebrates the Divine Feminine. It begins with an exploration of key Advaita concepts and the significance of the mystical Sri Chakra, laying a solid foundation for understanding the profound spiritual teachings that follow. The reader is then guided through the historical and mythological origins of the Lalita Sahasranama, introducing key figures like Sage Hayagreeva, Sage Agastya, and the Divine Mother Lalita. At the core of the book is a chapter-by-chapter journey through the thousand names of Lalita, with each name decoded to reveal its direct meaning and esoteric significance. These names are more than mere descriptions—they are gateways to understanding the hidden structure of the universe and the self. Alongside this, the book offers a detailed exploration of the preparatory rituals and meditative practices associated with the Sahasranama, providing practical guidance for both newcomers and seasoned sadhakas. The book also delves into the transformative power of chanting the Sahasranama, offering a practical guide to the Namavali method, making the thousand names easy to chant and meditate upon. Whether you are seeking to grasp the philosophical foundations or engage in devotional practice, this book seamlessly bridges the gap between the esoteric and practical aspects of spirituality. Cosmic Symphony is not just a spiritual guide—it is a transformative roadmap, illuminating the path to abundance, inner peace, and enlightenment. By meticulously unraveling the thousand names of Lalita, the author unveils layers of meaning that lead to the realization of ultimate non-dual reality. Let the Divine Mother’s celestial symphony guide you on a journey of spiritual ascent and cosmic harmony.
Author | : Sangharakshita |
Publisher | : Windhorse Publications |
Total Pages | : 706 |
Release | : 2024-11-26 |
Genre | : Religion |
ISBN | : 1915342171 |
In books, articles, interviews, and talks dating from 1965 to 2009, Sangharakshita outlines his vision of a new Buddhist movement. More recent teachings include four previously unpublished talks given between 2007 and 2009 at Buddhafield, Berlin’s Buddhistisches Tor, and other venues.
Author | : Hillary Rodrigues |
Publisher | : State University of New York Press |
Total Pages | : 434 |
Release | : 2012-02-01 |
Genre | : Social Science |
ISBN | : 0791488446 |
During a nine-day period every autumn, Hindus in India and throughout the world worship the Great Goddess, Durgā--the formidable deity who is loved like a mother. One of the most dramatic and popular of these celebrations is the Durgā Pūjā, a rite noted for its visual pageantry, ritual complexity, and communal participation. In this book, Hillary Peter Rodrigues describes the Bengali style of Durgā Pūjā practiced in the sacred city of Banaras from beginning to end. A romanization of the Sanskrit litany is included along with an English translation. In addition to the liturgical description, Rodrigues provides information on the rite's component elements and mythic aspects. There are interpretive sections on puja, the Great Goddess, women's roles in the ritual, and the socio-cultural functions of the ritual. Rodrigues maintains that the Durgā Pūjā is a rite of cosmic rejuvenation, of empowerment at both the personal and social levels, and a rite that orchestrates manifestations of the feminine, both Divine and human.
Author | : Rana Singh |
Publisher | : Cambridge Scholars Publishing |
Total Pages | : 249 |
Release | : 2009-10-02 |
Genre | : History |
ISBN | : 1443816078 |
Throughout the Indian subcontinent there are territories and areas wherein culture, geography, and the archetypal cosmos interact with each other to create a sacredscape that is infused with meaning, cultural performances and transcendent power. These sacred sites possess extensive mythological associations where believed that spirit can cross between different realms. In a broad perspective such studies falls within the realm of cultural astronomy, which has two broad areas, viz. archaeoastronomy, concerned with the study of the use of astronomy and its role in ancient cultures and civilizations; and ethnoastronomy that studies the use of astronomy and its role in contemporary cultures. The seven essays in this volume deals with the critical appraisal of studying cultural astronomy and cosmic order and its implications in India, illustrated with case studies like heritagescape of Khajuraho, where stone speaks; manescape of Gaya, where manes come and bless the devotees; Deviscape of Vindhyachal, where goddess resorts; Shivascape of Kashi, where Shiva dances in making order; Shaktiscape of Kashi, that possesses the spatial ordering of goddesses; and Naturscape of Chitrakut, where mother earth blesses.
Author | : David Dillard-Wright |
Publisher | : John Hunt Publishing |
Total Pages | : 87 |
Release | : 2014-08-29 |
Genre | : Philosophy |
ISBN | : 1780991002 |
David Dillard-Wright delivers a direct path to spiritual illumination through a series of aphorisms gained through meditation on beloved Ganesha, the elephant-headed Remover of Obstacles. Readers will learn how to cultivate Self-Realization, create positive work spaces, and avoid the pitfalls of the religious life. Practical guides to daily sadhana are included, along with vignettes from the author's life.