Hinduism

Hinduism
Author: Roshen Dalal
Publisher: Penguin UK
Total Pages: 1068
Release: 2014-04-18
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 8184752776

An invaluable encyclopedia of Hinduism Hinduism is one of the world’s oldest religions; an amalgam of diverse beliefs and schools, it originates in the Vedas and is rooted in Indian culture. Hinduism: An Alphabetical Guide illuminates complex philosophical concepts through lucid definitions, a historical perspective and incisive analyses. It examines various aspects of Hinduism, covering festivals and rituals, gods and goddesses, philosophers, memorials, aesthetics, and sacred plants and animals. The author also explores pivotal ideas, including moksha, karma, dharma and samsara, and details the diverse commentaries on the Bhagavad Gita and other important texts. Citing extensively from the regional languages, the book describes Hinduism’s innumerable myths and legends, and looks at the many versions of texts including the Ramayana and Mahabharata, placing each entry in its historical context and tracing its evolution to the present. • Outlines all eighteen major Puranas, the 108 Upanishads, and a selection of Vaishnava, Sahiva and Tantric texts • Provides quotations from rare original texts • A product of years of research, with a wide range of entries

Myths and Legends of the Navagraha

Myths and Legends of the Navagraha
Author: Nesa Arumugam
Publisher: Partridge Publishing Singapore
Total Pages: 138
Release: 2020-09-27
Genre: Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN: 1543760023

Nesa Arumugam writes with passion about themes she chooses. Added to this, her meticulous research and careful scholarship make her a trustworthy author of non-fiction. Her books have an easy literary style that belie the wealth of information in them.

Astrology in Time and Place

Astrology in Time and Place
Author: Nicholas Campion
Publisher: Cambridge Scholars Publishing
Total Pages: 315
Release: 2016-06-22
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 1443895482

Astrology is the practice of relating the heavenly bodies to lives and events on earth, and the tradition that has thus been generated. Many cultures worldwide have practised it in some form. In some it is rudimentary, in others complex. Culture and scholarship have categorised it as both belief and science, as a form of magic, divination or religious practice – but in many ways it defies easy categorisation. The chapters in this volume make a significant contribution to our understanding of astrology across a range of periods of cultures. Based on papers presented at the annual conference of the Sophia Centre held in 2012, the contributions range from China and Japan, through India, the ancient Near East, the classical world and early modern Europe, to Madagascar and Mesoamerica. The different topics include ritual and religion, magic and science, calendars and time, and questions of textual transmission and methodology. Astrology in Time and Place is essential reading for all interested in the history of humanity’s relationship with the cosmos.

An Extraordinary Journey of the Ordinary

An Extraordinary Journey of the Ordinary
Author: Marilyn Gracey Augustine
Publisher: Notion Press
Total Pages: 221
Release: 2021-01-11
Genre: Young Adult Fiction
ISBN: 163714752X

In the process of evolution, human beings have overcome a multitude of challenges and trials. One such recent encounter was with the pandemic COVID-19. The onslaught of a pandemic is not new in history, not so frequent and will also not be the last. However, during this pandemic, while some people perished, many evolved fighting against it and that’s what makes the journey of human species fascinating. This book is a perception of the journey of a variety of demographics through the pandemic and the series of lockdowns initiated to contain it. If on one hand, there was a closure of economic, religious, education and governmental institutions, on the other, there were attempts made to go digital and cope with new realities. While the women and LGBTQ+ community became vulnerable in their homes, the migrant labourers and sailors longed to return to their homes. If addiction to adult films was worrying, the actors in this industry struggled to survive. The small shopkeepers and domestic helpers were left in a lurch. The journey was tough yet extraordinary. As we move towards a new normal, how well prepared are we? Do we have any lessons learnt?

Tamil Architecture

Tamil Architecture
Author: Source Wikipedia
Publisher: University-Press.org
Total Pages: 140
Release: 2013-09
Genre:
ISBN: 9781230655741

Please note that the content of this book primarily consists of articles available from Wikipedia or other free sources online. Pages: 138. Chapters: Hindu temples in Tamil Nadu, Chidambaram Temple, Shiva Temples of Tamil Nadu, List of temples in Tamil Nadu, Brihadeeswarar Temple, Six Abodes of Lord Muruga, Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple, Srirangam, Meenakshi Amman Temple, Palani Murugan temple, Sirupuliyur, MadhuraMangalam, Thirukadaiyur, Karpaka Vinayakar Temple, Kapaleeshwarar Temple, Velliangiri Mountains, Sri Venkatesa Perumal Temple - Mondipalayam, Temples of Kumbakonam, Thanthondreeswarar Temple, Thiruvanaikaval, Sri Vadaraja Perumal Temple, Coimbatore, Thirukkadaiyur, Uppiliappan Temple, Gunaseelam Vishnu Temple, Kamakshi Amman Temple, Parthasarathy Temple, Nambolakotta Temple, Thiruthani Murugan Temple, Bhoothalingaswamy Temple, Alagar Koyil, Vaitheeswaran Temple, Annamalaiyar Temple, Ramanathaswamy Temple, Airavatesvara Temple, Thirupparamkunram Murugan Temple, Rockfort Ucchi Pillayar Temple, Temples of Tirunelveli, Marundeeswarar Temple, Srivilliputhur Divya Desam, Kulashekharanatha Mahalingam Temple, Pathai, Hridayaleeswarar Temple, Nellaiappar Temple, Varadharaja Perumal Temple, Sri Pundarikashan Perumal Temple, Bakthavatsala Perumal Temple, Keezha thiruvenkatanathapuram, Narasingam Yoga Narasimha Perumal Temple, Dhyanalinga, Thirunallar, Shore Temple, Sri Andal Jeeyar Mutt Srivilliputtur, Perur Temple, Ekambareswarar Temple, Navagraha temples, Mariamman temple no 4 veerapandi, Ettampadai, Thiruevvul, Kalyana Varadharaja Perumal Temple, Eri Katha Ramar, Kunnuvarankottai Kasi Visalakshi-Viswanathar Temple, Patteswaram, Thanumalayan Temple, Thiruvidandai, BheemaNagari Amman, Thiruvenkadu, Pazhamudircholai, Veezhinathar Kovil, Thiruveezhimizhalai, Vishahareswara Temple, Prathyangira Devi Temple, Shollinganallur, Thirukadalmallai, Tiruttalinathar Temple, Marudamalai, Saptharishiswarar, Srinivasa Perumal Temple, Kudavasal, Brahmadesam, Thiruchendur Murugan...

Driven by the Divine

Driven by the Divine
Author: Chris Jackson
Publisher: BalboaPress
Total Pages: 326
Release: 2013-08-21
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1452578931

In Driven by the Divine you will Meet Guru-preceptor and mystic, Shivalinga Swamy Witness miraculous healings, miracles and interventions Discover the world of Jyotish and Vedic Astrology Learn about the planetary deities/Navagrahas Step into the world of supernatural powers and siddhis Journey to Arunachala, Lord Shiva's mountain in the South Climb Mount Sabarimala and learn about Lord Ayyappan/Dharma Shasta Learn Shivalinga Swamy's recipe for Happy Tea Dance with Vinnuacharya at a Coorgi wedding in Mysore

THIRTHA YATRA

THIRTHA YATRA
Author: RAMESH GANGASHETTY
Publisher: Notion Press
Total Pages: 241
Release: 2019-10-30
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 168466134X

India will just be a mere geography without its religious and spiritual ethos combined with moral values and civilization. If Bharat is known for its spiritual accomplishments and philosophical roots, one has to gratefully acknowledge the role played by its hallowed places of worship, holy rivers and magnificent mountain ranges which have inspired people for thousands of years. In particular, temples contributed in no small measure to Bharat's spiritual enlightenment, serving as a beacon to the rest of humanity. Every temple in this holy land has a story to tell, a legend to elevate our spirits and is a sacred space for all of us to experience inner joy. One can find the contribution of so many saints and rishis who devoted their entire life to many places of worship. In olden days, temples served as a great center for enriching all facets of human life—be it spiritual training or yoga; be it education; be it poetry and literature; be it fine arts and sculpture. There are thousands of fascinating temples, with great historical and spiritual backgrounds, spread all over the country. These temples can be divided into many groups, finding mention in innumerable scriptures. Which are they? Where are they located? This book is an attempt to collect and curate and tabulate information in brief which will certainly answer some of the queries a prospective yatri may have. All the information in the book was collated after personal visits to these places by author.