Author: Dr. Subramonian
Publisher: Pustaka Digital Media
ISBN:
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 73
Book Description
Raju and Raji were blessed with a beautiful child, Rajitha but she was born with a disease which is unknown to the medical field. Raju borrowed money and spent for her treatment which they could not repay and the money lenders started torturing them, on a weak moment, they decided to commit suicide and die together. They mixed Cyanide in an Elixir and drank it. But as that Elixir was given by a Siddha who came from Pon Uthiyur hills which is popularly known as the hill of Siddhas, it did not kill them instead it slowly started healing their daughter. So, Raju started his journey in search of that Siddha to Pon Uthiyur Hills for the elixir to cure his daughter completely. Babu a rich merchant from the city takes his dumb and deaf daughter Bindu to that hill to receive the blessings of the Siddhas for getting her married. On the way, Pavithran, a thief with lust tried to abduct Bindu. Raju on his way finds Bindu near a rock lying wounded. He rescues her and took her along with him. During his journey, he meets a Siddha. The Siddha offers him a piece of gold that was made through an alchemy process. Raju refuses to accept that gold and asks for the elixir to cure his daughter. The Siddha takes him along with Bindu to the place where many Siddhas-live. The Siddhas look at Bindu with lust and come close to her. Raju thinks that the Siddhas are also acting like normal human beings with lust and hurriedly jumps down the hill with Bindu. Babu finds many Shiva Lingas which were always remaining immersed under the lake water. Will Raju get the elixir to cure his loving daughter? Is Raju’s conclusion that all Siddhas are bad true? Will any miracles happen in Bindu’s life? Read...
Secret of Shiva Linga
Author: Dr. Subramonian
Publisher: Pustaka Digital Media
ISBN:
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 73
Book Description
Raju and Raji were blessed with a beautiful child, Rajitha but she was born with a disease which is unknown to the medical field. Raju borrowed money and spent for her treatment which they could not repay and the money lenders started torturing them, on a weak moment, they decided to commit suicide and die together. They mixed Cyanide in an Elixir and drank it. But as that Elixir was given by a Siddha who came from Pon Uthiyur hills which is popularly known as the hill of Siddhas, it did not kill them instead it slowly started healing their daughter. So, Raju started his journey in search of that Siddha to Pon Uthiyur Hills for the elixir to cure his daughter completely. Babu a rich merchant from the city takes his dumb and deaf daughter Bindu to that hill to receive the blessings of the Siddhas for getting her married. On the way, Pavithran, a thief with lust tried to abduct Bindu. Raju on his way finds Bindu near a rock lying wounded. He rescues her and took her along with him. During his journey, he meets a Siddha. The Siddha offers him a piece of gold that was made through an alchemy process. Raju refuses to accept that gold and asks for the elixir to cure his daughter. The Siddha takes him along with Bindu to the place where many Siddhas-live. The Siddhas look at Bindu with lust and come close to her. Raju thinks that the Siddhas are also acting like normal human beings with lust and hurriedly jumps down the hill with Bindu. Babu finds many Shiva Lingas which were always remaining immersed under the lake water. Will Raju get the elixir to cure his loving daughter? Is Raju’s conclusion that all Siddhas are bad true? Will any miracles happen in Bindu’s life? Read...
Publisher: Pustaka Digital Media
ISBN:
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 73
Book Description
Raju and Raji were blessed with a beautiful child, Rajitha but she was born with a disease which is unknown to the medical field. Raju borrowed money and spent for her treatment which they could not repay and the money lenders started torturing them, on a weak moment, they decided to commit suicide and die together. They mixed Cyanide in an Elixir and drank it. But as that Elixir was given by a Siddha who came from Pon Uthiyur hills which is popularly known as the hill of Siddhas, it did not kill them instead it slowly started healing their daughter. So, Raju started his journey in search of that Siddha to Pon Uthiyur Hills for the elixir to cure his daughter completely. Babu a rich merchant from the city takes his dumb and deaf daughter Bindu to that hill to receive the blessings of the Siddhas for getting her married. On the way, Pavithran, a thief with lust tried to abduct Bindu. Raju on his way finds Bindu near a rock lying wounded. He rescues her and took her along with him. During his journey, he meets a Siddha. The Siddha offers him a piece of gold that was made through an alchemy process. Raju refuses to accept that gold and asks for the elixir to cure his daughter. The Siddha takes him along with Bindu to the place where many Siddhas-live. The Siddhas look at Bindu with lust and come close to her. Raju thinks that the Siddhas are also acting like normal human beings with lust and hurriedly jumps down the hill with Bindu. Babu finds many Shiva Lingas which were always remaining immersed under the lake water. Will Raju get the elixir to cure his loving daughter? Is Raju’s conclusion that all Siddhas are bad true? Will any miracles happen in Bindu’s life? Read...
7 Secrets Of Shiva
Author: Devdutt Pattanaik
Publisher: Westland
ISBN: 939507308X
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 322
Book Description
About the Book A WONDERFULLY CREATIVE INSIGHT INTO THE LEGEND AND SYMBOLISM OF SHIVA AS A GOD AND HIS ROLE IN THE HINDU TRINITY ALONGSIDE VISHNU AND BRAHMA Shiva, ʻthe destroyerʼ among the Hindu Trinity (of gods), is depicted in many contradictory manners. He is an ascetic who wears animal skin, his body smeared with ashes. Contradictory to his wild nature, he is also depicted as having a family, with a beautiful wife and two children. There are many more such varied representations of Shiva, the most prominent of these being the Linga and theNataraja. The author, Devdutt Pattanaik, introduces the readers to these varied aspects and representations and then sets about interpreting them. He explains the different anomalies and conflicts in beliefs, as well as the symbolism, rituals and reasons behind Hindu worship.
Publisher: Westland
ISBN: 939507308X
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 322
Book Description
About the Book A WONDERFULLY CREATIVE INSIGHT INTO THE LEGEND AND SYMBOLISM OF SHIVA AS A GOD AND HIS ROLE IN THE HINDU TRINITY ALONGSIDE VISHNU AND BRAHMA Shiva, ʻthe destroyerʼ among the Hindu Trinity (of gods), is depicted in many contradictory manners. He is an ascetic who wears animal skin, his body smeared with ashes. Contradictory to his wild nature, he is also depicted as having a family, with a beautiful wife and two children. There are many more such varied representations of Shiva, the most prominent of these being the Linga and theNataraja. The author, Devdutt Pattanaik, introduces the readers to these varied aspects and representations and then sets about interpreting them. He explains the different anomalies and conflicts in beliefs, as well as the symbolism, rituals and reasons behind Hindu worship.
Secrets of Beings
Author: L Ali Khan
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781520292052
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 160
Book Description
This book unveils the secrets of beings. The created beings do not fully expose themselves. Not a single created being is fully knowable. Self-knowledge is as limited as is the knowledge of other created beings..
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781520292052
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 160
Book Description
This book unveils the secrets of beings. The created beings do not fully expose themselves. Not a single created being is fully knowable. Self-knowledge is as limited as is the knowledge of other created beings..
Shiva to Shankara
Author: Devdutt Pattanaik
Publisher: Indus Source
ISBN: 9788188569045
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 176
Book Description
Many modern scholars say Shiva linga is a phallic symbol. Most devotees disagree. Who is right? To make sense of a mythological image one has to align the language heard stories] with the language performed rituals], and the language seen symbols]. This book also looks at the sexual metaphors.
Publisher: Indus Source
ISBN: 9788188569045
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 176
Book Description
Many modern scholars say Shiva linga is a phallic symbol. Most devotees disagree. Who is right? To make sense of a mythological image one has to align the language heard stories] with the language performed rituals], and the language seen symbols]. This book also looks at the sexual metaphors.
Autobiography of a Sadhu
Author: Rampuri
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1594779716
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
Languages : en
Pages : 212
Book Description
The first insider account of an ancient and secretive tradition • By the first foreigner to become a member, and later an elder, of the Juna Akhara, the oldest and largest grouping of Naga Babas • Filled with true accounts of magic, miracles, ghosts, and austerities • With lessons on Hindu gods, ayurveda, and Indian culture woven throughout After traveling at age 18 from his native California to India in 1969, Rampuri was drawn to the Naga Babas, an ancient and wild order of naked yogis whom he calls the “Hell’s Angels of Indian Spirituality.” Organized into a sect by Adi Shankara in the 5th century BC, the Naga Babas see themselves as the ultimate protectors of the Sanatan Dharma, or what we call the Hindu religion. Rampuri became a disciple of a Naga Baba--a master shaman sadhu--from Rajasthan and, as foretold by astrological prophecy, soon found himself the first foreigner to become an initiate of the Juna Akhara, the oldest and largest grouping of Naga Babas with more than 50,000 sadhu members. From drinking the “Nectar of Immortality” at the source of the Ganges River to allegations of tantric murder, this autobiography is filled with true accounts of magic, miracles, ghosts, and austerities, with lessons on Hindu gods, ayurveda, mantra, and Indian culture woven throughout. Through his journey of extremes, Rampuri takes us into the mystic heart of India.
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1594779716
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
Languages : en
Pages : 212
Book Description
The first insider account of an ancient and secretive tradition • By the first foreigner to become a member, and later an elder, of the Juna Akhara, the oldest and largest grouping of Naga Babas • Filled with true accounts of magic, miracles, ghosts, and austerities • With lessons on Hindu gods, ayurveda, and Indian culture woven throughout After traveling at age 18 from his native California to India in 1969, Rampuri was drawn to the Naga Babas, an ancient and wild order of naked yogis whom he calls the “Hell’s Angels of Indian Spirituality.” Organized into a sect by Adi Shankara in the 5th century BC, the Naga Babas see themselves as the ultimate protectors of the Sanatan Dharma, or what we call the Hindu religion. Rampuri became a disciple of a Naga Baba--a master shaman sadhu--from Rajasthan and, as foretold by astrological prophecy, soon found himself the first foreigner to become an initiate of the Juna Akhara, the oldest and largest grouping of Naga Babas with more than 50,000 sadhu members. From drinking the “Nectar of Immortality” at the source of the Ganges River to allegations of tantric murder, this autobiography is filled with true accounts of magic, miracles, ghosts, and austerities, with lessons on Hindu gods, ayurveda, mantra, and Indian culture woven throughout. Through his journey of extremes, Rampuri takes us into the mystic heart of India.
Lord Siva and His Worship
Author: Swami Sivananda
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Śaivism
Languages : en
Pages : 351
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Śaivism
Languages : en
Pages : 351
Book Description
Shiva
Author: David Frawley
Publisher: Lotus Press
ISBN: 094067629X
Category : Health & Fitness
Languages : en
Pages : 234
Book Description
Lord Shiva is the personification of all the main practices of Yoga, as the origin and ruling power over asana, prana, mantra, inner seeing and meditation. The current book unfolds the presence, light, energy and consciousness of the Supreme Shiva to take us beyond all death and duality.
Publisher: Lotus Press
ISBN: 094067629X
Category : Health & Fitness
Languages : en
Pages : 234
Book Description
Lord Shiva is the personification of all the main practices of Yoga, as the origin and ruling power over asana, prana, mantra, inner seeing and meditation. The current book unfolds the presence, light, energy and consciousness of the Supreme Shiva to take us beyond all death and duality.
Shiva
Author: Vanamali
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1620552493
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 171
Book Description
The traditional understanding of Shiva told through stories and teachings from the Shiva Mahapurana • Explains Shiva’s contradictory forms, such as destroyer or benefactor, and how his form depends on the needs of the devotee • Reveals how Shiva’s teachings allow one to see through the illusions at the root of all grief and alienation in human life • Explores Shiva’s relationships with Durga, Shakti, Sati, and Parvati and with his sons Ganesha and Kartikeya Shiva, the most ancient and complex deity of the Hindu pantheon, has been portrayed in many contrasting lights: destroyer and benefactor, ascetic and householder, wild demon slayer and calm yogi atop Mount Kailash. Drawing from the Hindu sacred text the Shiva Mahapurana--said to be written by Shiva himself--Vanamali selects the essential stories of Shiva, both those from his dark wild side and those from his benevolent peaceful side. Vanamali discusses Shiva’s many avatars such as Shambunatha and Bhola, as well as Dakshinamurti who taught the shastras and tantras to the rishis. She explores Shiva’s relationships with Durga, Shakti, Sati, and Parvati and with his sons Ganesha and Kartikeya. Examining Shiva’s acceptance of outsiders, Vanamali explains why ghosts and ghouls are his attendants and why his greatest devotees are demon kings, like Ravana. She includes famous Shiva stories such as the Descent of the River Ganga and Churning the Milky Ocean as well as those that reveal the origin of the festival of lights, Diwali; his creation of the cosmic couple, or hierogamos; and how Shiva and Parvati taught the world the secrets of Kundalini Shakti. The author also draws upon Shaivite teachings to illustrate the differences between Western science and Vedic science and their explanations for the origins of consciousness. Integrating Shiva’s two sides, the fierce and the peaceful, Vanamali reveals that Shiva’s form depends on the needs of the devotee. Understanding his teachings allows one to see through the illusions at the root of all grief and alienation in human life, for Shiva is the wielder of maya who does not fall under its spell. While Ganesha is known as the remover of obstacles, Shiva is the remover of tears.
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1620552493
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 171
Book Description
The traditional understanding of Shiva told through stories and teachings from the Shiva Mahapurana • Explains Shiva’s contradictory forms, such as destroyer or benefactor, and how his form depends on the needs of the devotee • Reveals how Shiva’s teachings allow one to see through the illusions at the root of all grief and alienation in human life • Explores Shiva’s relationships with Durga, Shakti, Sati, and Parvati and with his sons Ganesha and Kartikeya Shiva, the most ancient and complex deity of the Hindu pantheon, has been portrayed in many contrasting lights: destroyer and benefactor, ascetic and householder, wild demon slayer and calm yogi atop Mount Kailash. Drawing from the Hindu sacred text the Shiva Mahapurana--said to be written by Shiva himself--Vanamali selects the essential stories of Shiva, both those from his dark wild side and those from his benevolent peaceful side. Vanamali discusses Shiva’s many avatars such as Shambunatha and Bhola, as well as Dakshinamurti who taught the shastras and tantras to the rishis. She explores Shiva’s relationships with Durga, Shakti, Sati, and Parvati and with his sons Ganesha and Kartikeya. Examining Shiva’s acceptance of outsiders, Vanamali explains why ghosts and ghouls are his attendants and why his greatest devotees are demon kings, like Ravana. She includes famous Shiva stories such as the Descent of the River Ganga and Churning the Milky Ocean as well as those that reveal the origin of the festival of lights, Diwali; his creation of the cosmic couple, or hierogamos; and how Shiva and Parvati taught the world the secrets of Kundalini Shakti. The author also draws upon Shaivite teachings to illustrate the differences between Western science and Vedic science and their explanations for the origins of consciousness. Integrating Shiva’s two sides, the fierce and the peaceful, Vanamali reveals that Shiva’s form depends on the needs of the devotee. Understanding his teachings allows one to see through the illusions at the root of all grief and alienation in human life, for Shiva is the wielder of maya who does not fall under its spell. While Ganesha is known as the remover of obstacles, Shiva is the remover of tears.
Elephanta
Author: Wendy Doniger
Publisher: Motilal Banarsidass Publ.
ISBN: 9788120812840
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 144
Book Description
Three descriptive essays and numerous fascinating photographs, taken especially for this volume, allow the reader to experience a major monument of Indian art: the sixth century temple cave on Elephanta Island, in Bombay harbor, and its extraordinary stone sculptures. The authors and the photographer capture the atmosphere of the cave and the spirit of the sculptures, which portray the relentless energy and paradoxical power of Shiva, greatest of all Hindu gods. The photographs are particularly successful in revealing the dramatic alternation of light and dark that is so much a part of the beauty of the cave`s interior. Ms. Berkson`s trained and loving eye picks out the subtleties of the main sculptures and humorous details that the visitor might miss even on the site. In the text Wendy O`Flaherty interprets the myths of Shiva depicted in the sculpture; Ms. berkson`s essay supplies historical background and a stylistic analysis; and George Michell examines the overall structure of the cave to show that it is a mandala-like image of the heavenly mountain residence of Shiva and even of the structure of the universe itself. The author as well as the publishers of the work deserve to be congratulated for providing this easily accessible guide to Elephanta. Research Bulletin Vishveshvaranand Vedic Research Institute,Vol.I, Dec.2002
Publisher: Motilal Banarsidass Publ.
ISBN: 9788120812840
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 144
Book Description
Three descriptive essays and numerous fascinating photographs, taken especially for this volume, allow the reader to experience a major monument of Indian art: the sixth century temple cave on Elephanta Island, in Bombay harbor, and its extraordinary stone sculptures. The authors and the photographer capture the atmosphere of the cave and the spirit of the sculptures, which portray the relentless energy and paradoxical power of Shiva, greatest of all Hindu gods. The photographs are particularly successful in revealing the dramatic alternation of light and dark that is so much a part of the beauty of the cave`s interior. Ms. Berkson`s trained and loving eye picks out the subtleties of the main sculptures and humorous details that the visitor might miss even on the site. In the text Wendy O`Flaherty interprets the myths of Shiva depicted in the sculpture; Ms. berkson`s essay supplies historical background and a stylistic analysis; and George Michell examines the overall structure of the cave to show that it is a mandala-like image of the heavenly mountain residence of Shiva and even of the structure of the universe itself. The author as well as the publishers of the work deserve to be congratulated for providing this easily accessible guide to Elephanta. Research Bulletin Vishveshvaranand Vedic Research Institute,Vol.I, Dec.2002
What Exactly Is A Shiva Lingam
Author: Mr. Rahul Dudhane
Publisher: Rahul Dudhane
ISBN:
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 133
Book Description
A Shiva lingam is an aniconic representation of Lord Shiva. Hindus worship Lord Shiva mostly in the form of a Shiva lingam, but its meaning has been one of the most debated topics. There are mainly two groups; one believes it is a sexual organ and others believe it is not. They both give many different arguments in the support of their perspective. With the advent of science and technology, one more group has emerged which strongly believes that there is some sort of science behind the concept of Shiva Lingam. But what are the reasons behind this confusion? 1. There are some stories in the Hindu scriptures that depict it as a sexual organ while some stories say it is a column of fire. 2. Many different meanings of the words linga and yoni. 3. Ancient pillar/phallus worship. 4. Different practices of different Hindu sects. 5. The shape of a Shiva lingam. In February 2010, the encyclopedia Britannica removed a sentence about Shiva lingam from its article.“In temples and private shrines, Shiva is ... worshipped in the form of the lingam, or phallus, often embedded in the yoni, the symbol of the female sexual organ.”It is believed that it did so because of the pressure of Netizens, but I doubt that a website like Britannica would do so unless there is some valid reason behind it. When we talk about religion, the scriptures are of utmost importance. Therefore, in this book, I have sought refuge mainly in scriptures to determine what exactly a Shiva Lingam is, but I have also considered other things like archaeological evidence, logic, history, science, etc. I am sure that this book would not only answer what a Shiva lingam really is but also you would learn many new things about Hinduism.
Publisher: Rahul Dudhane
ISBN:
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 133
Book Description
A Shiva lingam is an aniconic representation of Lord Shiva. Hindus worship Lord Shiva mostly in the form of a Shiva lingam, but its meaning has been one of the most debated topics. There are mainly two groups; one believes it is a sexual organ and others believe it is not. They both give many different arguments in the support of their perspective. With the advent of science and technology, one more group has emerged which strongly believes that there is some sort of science behind the concept of Shiva Lingam. But what are the reasons behind this confusion? 1. There are some stories in the Hindu scriptures that depict it as a sexual organ while some stories say it is a column of fire. 2. Many different meanings of the words linga and yoni. 3. Ancient pillar/phallus worship. 4. Different practices of different Hindu sects. 5. The shape of a Shiva lingam. In February 2010, the encyclopedia Britannica removed a sentence about Shiva lingam from its article.“In temples and private shrines, Shiva is ... worshipped in the form of the lingam, or phallus, often embedded in the yoni, the symbol of the female sexual organ.”It is believed that it did so because of the pressure of Netizens, but I doubt that a website like Britannica would do so unless there is some valid reason behind it. When we talk about religion, the scriptures are of utmost importance. Therefore, in this book, I have sought refuge mainly in scriptures to determine what exactly a Shiva Lingam is, but I have also considered other things like archaeological evidence, logic, history, science, etc. I am sure that this book would not only answer what a Shiva lingam really is but also you would learn many new things about Hinduism.