Author: Deborah A. Soifer
Publisher: SUNY Press
ISBN: 9780791407998
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 340
Book Description
The Sanskrit Puranas and epics are replete with stories of the avatars, incarnations of the god Visnu in various forms to rid the universe of malevolent forces and to restore the proper cosmic balance. As Narasimha, half-man half-lion, Visnu finds a loophole in the pact of invulnerability the demon Hiranaipu has received from god Brahma, and rends the demon apart with his claws. As the brahmin dwarf, Vamana, Visnu deceives the demon Bali with his diminutive appearance and thwarts Bali's attempt to gain universal sovereignty. After carefully analyzing the myths of Vamana and Narasimha, Deborah Soifer grounds her study in the textual history of each avatar and its myth, in their religious contexts, and in the intricate cosmology of the classical period of Hinduism. Contrasting the bestial persona of Narasimha with Vamana's priestly appearance and his associations with early cosmologic themes, she finds complementarity and significance in this pair as they are viewed in the larger context of periodic cosmic destructions and recreations. While focusing primarily on these two mythological figures, Soifer's work explores the relationship between dharma and the 'devious' acts of gods; the interplay between cosmic and 'sociocosmic' levels of reality; and the relationship between cosmology, theology, and soteriology in a religious worldview.
The Myths of Narasimha and Vamana
Author: Deborah A. Soifer
Publisher: SUNY Press
ISBN: 9780791407998
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 340
Book Description
The Sanskrit Puranas and epics are replete with stories of the avatars, incarnations of the god Visnu in various forms to rid the universe of malevolent forces and to restore the proper cosmic balance. As Narasimha, half-man half-lion, Visnu finds a loophole in the pact of invulnerability the demon Hiranaipu has received from god Brahma, and rends the demon apart with his claws. As the brahmin dwarf, Vamana, Visnu deceives the demon Bali with his diminutive appearance and thwarts Bali's attempt to gain universal sovereignty. After carefully analyzing the myths of Vamana and Narasimha, Deborah Soifer grounds her study in the textual history of each avatar and its myth, in their religious contexts, and in the intricate cosmology of the classical period of Hinduism. Contrasting the bestial persona of Narasimha with Vamana's priestly appearance and his associations with early cosmologic themes, she finds complementarity and significance in this pair as they are viewed in the larger context of periodic cosmic destructions and recreations. While focusing primarily on these two mythological figures, Soifer's work explores the relationship between dharma and the 'devious' acts of gods; the interplay between cosmic and 'sociocosmic' levels of reality; and the relationship between cosmology, theology, and soteriology in a religious worldview.
Publisher: SUNY Press
ISBN: 9780791407998
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 340
Book Description
The Sanskrit Puranas and epics are replete with stories of the avatars, incarnations of the god Visnu in various forms to rid the universe of malevolent forces and to restore the proper cosmic balance. As Narasimha, half-man half-lion, Visnu finds a loophole in the pact of invulnerability the demon Hiranaipu has received from god Brahma, and rends the demon apart with his claws. As the brahmin dwarf, Vamana, Visnu deceives the demon Bali with his diminutive appearance and thwarts Bali's attempt to gain universal sovereignty. After carefully analyzing the myths of Vamana and Narasimha, Deborah Soifer grounds her study in the textual history of each avatar and its myth, in their religious contexts, and in the intricate cosmology of the classical period of Hinduism. Contrasting the bestial persona of Narasimha with Vamana's priestly appearance and his associations with early cosmologic themes, she finds complementarity and significance in this pair as they are viewed in the larger context of periodic cosmic destructions and recreations. While focusing primarily on these two mythological figures, Soifer's work explores the relationship between dharma and the 'devious' acts of gods; the interplay between cosmic and 'sociocosmic' levels of reality; and the relationship between cosmology, theology, and soteriology in a religious worldview.
Narasimha
Author: Kevin Missal
Publisher: Harper Collins
ISBN: 9353570778
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 320
Book Description
Narasimha, once a brave soldier, has left the war and lies low as a physician in a village. But a familiar face from his past seeks his help to stop the tyranny of the blind usurper Andhaka. If Narasimha refuses, the world might just end. What will he do? And why did he leave the war in the first place? Prahlad, the interim king of Kashyapuri, is torn between the ideals of his unrighteous father and his love for Lord Vishnu. Whom will he choose? Hiranyakashyap, the ruler of the Asura Empire, wants to avenge the death of his wife. To do that, he must go through the Trials and get the ultimate weapon - the Brahmastra. But the Trials have sent so many others to their death.Can Hiranyakashyap survive? Welcome to the reimagining of the fourth Avatar of Lord Vishnu by bestselling author Kevin Missal.
Publisher: Harper Collins
ISBN: 9353570778
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 320
Book Description
Narasimha, once a brave soldier, has left the war and lies low as a physician in a village. But a familiar face from his past seeks his help to stop the tyranny of the blind usurper Andhaka. If Narasimha refuses, the world might just end. What will he do? And why did he leave the war in the first place? Prahlad, the interim king of Kashyapuri, is torn between the ideals of his unrighteous father and his love for Lord Vishnu. Whom will he choose? Hiranyakashyap, the ruler of the Asura Empire, wants to avenge the death of his wife. To do that, he must go through the Trials and get the ultimate weapon - the Brahmastra. But the Trials have sent so many others to their death.Can Hiranyakashyap survive? Welcome to the reimagining of the fourth Avatar of Lord Vishnu by bestselling author Kevin Missal.
Narasimha
Author: Dhruva Gorrick
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780692804506
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 220
Book Description
A journey through the jungles of South India on the discovery of the mystical temples of the man-lion form of Vishnu known as Narasimhadeva
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780692804506
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 220
Book Description
A journey through the jungles of South India on the discovery of the mystical temples of the man-lion form of Vishnu known as Narasimhadeva
Sri Narasimha Swami
Author: Dr. G. R. Vijayakumar
Publisher: Sterling Publishers Pvt. Ltd
ISBN: 8120792750
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 143
Book Description
Sri Narasimha Swamiji was a lively, energetic and studious child brought up in a deeply religious and generous atmosphere. Later, he became a leading lawyer, politician and a person of social eminence. A tragedy in the family acted as a turning point, as he left the warmth and security of his home. His quest lasted for more than eleven years until he went to Shirdi to obtain a ‘darshan’ of Sai Baba’s samadhi. It was that historic day, 29th August 1936, which changed the course of his life. Sai Baba took possession of Narasimha Swamiji. He became an evangelist and spread the message of Sai Baba all over the country. As long as Sai Baba’s name is there in this universe, Narasimha Swamiji will be remembered, with reverence and faith.
Publisher: Sterling Publishers Pvt. Ltd
ISBN: 8120792750
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 143
Book Description
Sri Narasimha Swamiji was a lively, energetic and studious child brought up in a deeply religious and generous atmosphere. Later, he became a leading lawyer, politician and a person of social eminence. A tragedy in the family acted as a turning point, as he left the warmth and security of his home. His quest lasted for more than eleven years until he went to Shirdi to obtain a ‘darshan’ of Sai Baba’s samadhi. It was that historic day, 29th August 1936, which changed the course of his life. Sai Baba took possession of Narasimha Swamiji. He became an evangelist and spread the message of Sai Baba all over the country. As long as Sai Baba’s name is there in this universe, Narasimha Swamiji will be remembered, with reverence and faith.
Mythquest: Narasimha
Author: Anu Kumar
Publisher: Hachette India
ISBN: 9350095041
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 41
Book Description
'Narasimha caught Hiranyakashipu as easily as a snake seizing a tiny mouse and the great asura was helpless in his grip...'
Publisher: Hachette India
ISBN: 9350095041
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 41
Book Description
'Narasimha caught Hiranyakashipu as easily as a snake seizing a tiny mouse and the great asura was helpless in his grip...'
Narasimha the Lion Man
Author: R. Suryanarayanan
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
ISBN: 1514462060
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 249
Book Description
Dharma is an immigrant in France from Mauritius with heavy roots in India. He meets Ram, a scientist, also an immigrant from India, in a supermarket. Dharma pretends that this meeting was arranged by God. He needs Rama's help to locate a temple in India. They seek the help of an African medium to talk to the spirit of Dharma's grandfather. The answer is given on a paper but needs to be decrypted. Surprisingly, Ram's wife finds the name of the temple. Ram feels that these two families are quantum entangled. Strange things happen during their visit to this temple in India. Ram, the scientist, is obliged to accept interconnection exists between people, and Dharma's intuitive power wins.
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
ISBN: 1514462060
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 249
Book Description
Dharma is an immigrant in France from Mauritius with heavy roots in India. He meets Ram, a scientist, also an immigrant from India, in a supermarket. Dharma pretends that this meeting was arranged by God. He needs Rama's help to locate a temple in India. They seek the help of an African medium to talk to the spirit of Dharma's grandfather. The answer is given on a paper but needs to be decrypted. Surprisingly, Ram's wife finds the name of the temple. Ram feels that these two families are quantum entangled. Strange things happen during their visit to this temple in India. Ram, the scientist, is obliged to accept interconnection exists between people, and Dharma's intuitive power wins.
The Calendar
Author: University of Madras
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 888
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 888
Book Description
Hiranyakashyap
Author: Kevin Missal
Publisher:
ISBN: 9789353578190
Category : Hiraṇyakaśipu
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A vengeful Hiranyakashyap seeks to destroy Indra's kingdom, but he's haunted by his son Prahlad's decision to oppose him. Narasimha is on a quest to find Prahlad but, on his way, he comes across an old friend and an ancient poison that threatens to derail his plans. A furious Holika hunts for her nephew, only to discover painful details about his childhood that make her rethink her actions. Will Hiranyakashyap be able to defeat Indra? Can Holika forget her rage against her nephew? And will Narasimha find Prahlad and fulfil his destiny? The adventure continues with the second book in the thrilling Narasimha Trilogy by bestselling author Kevin Missal.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9789353578190
Category : Hiraṇyakaśipu
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A vengeful Hiranyakashyap seeks to destroy Indra's kingdom, but he's haunted by his son Prahlad's decision to oppose him. Narasimha is on a quest to find Prahlad but, on his way, he comes across an old friend and an ancient poison that threatens to derail his plans. A furious Holika hunts for her nephew, only to discover painful details about his childhood that make her rethink her actions. Will Hiranyakashyap be able to defeat Indra? Can Holika forget her rage against her nephew? And will Narasimha find Prahlad and fulfil his destiny? The adventure continues with the second book in the thrilling Narasimha Trilogy by bestselling author Kevin Missal.
The Insider
Author: P. V. Narasimha Rao
Publisher: Penguin Group
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 856
Book Description
Novel set against the contemporary political situation in India.
Publisher: Penguin Group
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 856
Book Description
Novel set against the contemporary political situation in India.
Sri Ahobila Narasimha Swamy Temple
Author: Pidatala Sitapati
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Andhra Pradesh (India)
Languages : en
Pages : 148
Book Description
Study on the Ahobilam temple complex, Andhra Pradesh.
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Andhra Pradesh (India)
Languages : en
Pages : 148
Book Description
Study on the Ahobilam temple complex, Andhra Pradesh.