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Parvati was the daughter of the King of the Himalayas and Menaka. She was also the consort of Lord Shiva. One day, she created Ganesha. Why is Parvati also called Himani? Why did she create Ganesha? What does she symbolise? Spiritual seeker and author Shubha Vilas has simplified this lesser-known tale of goddess Parvati in his inimitable style. The easy flowing language and wonderful illustrations add to the charm and make it a prized possession in one’s personal collection.
Parvati was the daughter of the King of the Himalayas and Menaka. She was also the consort of Lord Shiva. One day, she created Ganesha. Why is Parvati also called Himani? Why did she create Ganesha? What does she symbolise? Spiritual seeker and author Shubha Vilas has simplified this lesser-known tale of goddess Parvati in his inimitable style. The easy flowing language and wonderful illustrations add to the charm and make it a prized possession in one’s personal collection.
A long time ago, two families were to inherit a vast kingdom known as the Kuru Empire. The five sons of Pandu, called the Pandavas, were brave warriors, each of them born with divine blood running through their veins. They were virtuous, examples of humanity at its peak.
Lord Hanuman, the Monkey God and one of the most fascinating characters in the Ramayana, personifies the true superhero-philosopher. He is Lord Rama’s most trusted ally who embodies the virtues of a sincere devotee, the fearless fighter who sets the city of Lanka ablaze with his burning tail, the humble messenger who informs Mother Sita of Lord Rama’s victory over Ravana, the noble fellow warrior who uproots Dronagiri, a mountain of herbs, to save Lakshmana’s life. Above all, he is a perfect blend of intelligence and humility. The Chronicles of Hanuman, an engaging and inspiring bildungsroman of the Monkey God, is also replete with interesting folk tales, local lore about Hanuman temples across India and Hanuman prayers, making this book a reader’s delight.
7 years of research put in one book. Even after being world’s most ancient and most prosperous culture, an average person knows less than 1% about Sanatan Dharma. Reason isn’t that they don’t want to, they do! But where to learn from? Where to start? With BOSS, we hav7 years of research put in one book. Even after being world’s most ancient and most prosperous culture, an average person knows less than 1% about Sanatan Dharma. Reason isn’t that they don’t want to, they do! But where to learn from? Where to start? With BOSS, we have solved that problem.
This story is derived the from the epic poems Mangal Kavyas dedicated to folk deities in medieval Bengal. These poems were chanted at religious gatherings to propagate faith towards a deity. Manasa is a powerful folk goddess who is worshipped as the protector of snakes in different parts of Bengal. The story portrays the struggle of a man and his willpower against the wrath of the goddess. Manasa is enraged when the wealthy merchant, Chandradhar, who is a devotee of Lord Shiva, refuses to worship her. The fire of her anger and cruelty ruins the merchant’s family. But Chandradhar is not deterred. The story moves with this unequal battle till the end. One can also notice the social structure of medieval India as it is expressed strongly in the story.
Srimad Bhagavadgita (With English Translation and Transliteration) Gita Press, Gorakhpur, - Vrindavan Rasik Vani
In 1929, Bhagat Singh surrenders after a daring bomb attack in the heart of Delhi’s assembly. Behind bars, he prepares for an ideological battle against the empire. However, a shocking betrayal shatters his world.
The sacred Bhagavad Gita is much more than an epic for Hindus worldwide; in fact, it is the ultimate universal guide to a life of peace and fulfilment. This song of God not only provides a deeply philosophical understanding of the world, or Brahma Vidya, but it also describes clear-cut techniques to implement spiritual precepts in everyday life. This is why it is also called Yog Shastra, which includes methodologies—karm yog, jnana yog and bhakti yog—for the practical application of spiritual knowledge.
Vishnu is the protector of the Universe. Who is his consort? Where does he live? Who were Madhu and Kaitab? How did Vishnu get rid of them? Why is he also called Madhusudan?
Sri Sankaracharya's works, spanning commentaries, discourses, and hymns, have had a profound influence on Advaita Vedanta, the non-dualistic school of thought. Venkataramanan skillfully selects key texts and presents them in a readable and accessible manner, allowing readers to delve into the depths of Sankaracharya's wisdom.
The Vedas, Upanishads, Bhagavat Gita and Yoga Sutras, composed by truth-seekers thousands of years ago, are among India's most ancient philosophical texts. Remarkably, their ideas continue to shape the worldview of Indians in the 21st century.
Dushyanth Sridhar is one of the most sought-after speakers in sanatana dharma, and has delivered over 3,500 discourses across 23 countries. He has broken several stereotypes when it comes to Harikatha and is arguably the wittiest of storytellers, with a wide following across television, news and digital channels. He has conceptualized classical dance productions such as Agre Pasyami, Ramayana Sudha, Srinivasam Prapadye and Aranganin Padaiyyil.
In Timeless Tales to Ignite Your Mind, national author Shubha Vilas revives our ancient tradition of sharing wisdom through storytelling.
Dive in and marvel at
BIRBAL’S INTELLIGENCE
TENALI’S BRILLIANCE
VIKRAMADITYA’S COURAGE
BRAHMA’S ASTUTENESS
That’s not all. This collection is replete with enthralling tales of kings, commoners and even animals (and they can talk!) who face life’s troubles but emerge victorious with the help of their intelligence and wit.
Each story ends with engaging questions that will help you reflect on the anecdote and the lessons inside.
These folktales may have been forgotten in this digital era but they still retain their relevance and charm, thanks to their priceless practical insights.
A unique Saint Sai Baba of Shirdi is a Phenomenon. In all of India's history, there has never been another like him. He is not a conventional saint. He wrote no critique of the Bhagvad Gita or the Upanishads or any other holy work. He made no pretensions to scholarship yet he had a profound insight into both Hindu and Islamic scriptures.
Hinduism is an ancient religion, philosophy and way of life. Unlike other great religions that are based on a small set of books, there are hundreds of texts in Hinduism, most of which are very voluminous. They span not merely centuries, but millennia. And most importantly, these ancient scriptures are all in Sanskrit which many do not know. Therefore for a beginner with an interest in Hinduism it is a daunting task as you don't know where to start such a study.
Pandit Vishnu Sharma’s Panchatantra, retold by Shubha Vilas, is an amazing compilation of moral stories from the five books of Panchatantra, namely Mitra-bheda, Mitra¬lábha, Kákolùkïyam, Labdhapranásam and Aparïksitakárakam. Filled with gorgeous illustrations by acclaimed artist Ishan, and simple yet intriguing stories, the book is a great addition to a child’s library.
What are the Yoga Sutras? Instructions for bearded rishis who lived in the forests of ancient India? Or the complete manual of asanas? Neither! In fact, the text may well have been called ‘Maharishi P’s Ultimate Handbook of Mind Control’, for it is really a set of techniques to help us – all of us – awaken and harness the explosive power of our minds, through our actions, our attitudes and our awareness. And not our asanas? Those too, but not in the way you imagined it.
Parvati was the daughter of the King of the Himalayas and Menaka. She was also the consort of Lord Shiva. One day, she created Ganesha. Why is Parvati also called Himani? Why did she create Ganesha? What does she symbolise? Spiritual seeker and author Shubha Vilas has simplified this lesser-known tale of goddess Parvati in his inimitable style. The easy flowing language and wonderful illustrations add to the charm and make it a prized possession in one’s personal collection.
