Cutout Book: Ganesha by Om Books

Bhagavad Gita is one of the most sacred books of India. It is a part of the great epic Mahabharata and contains seven hundred verses. They were uttered by the Supreme Lord Himself at the start of Mahabharata War, when Arjuna did not want to indulge in war seeing all his relatives standing in the enemy army.

When Krishna planned his appearance on Earth, he asked Radha to go before he did. Radha took birth and opened her eyes only after Krishna arrived. Who were Radha’s parents on Earth? How did Krishna meet her? What was the first word uttered by Radha? Spiritual seeker and author Shubha Vilas simplified this lesser-known tale of goddess Radha 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.

This story is derived from the epic poems Mangal Kavyas dedicated to folk deities in medieval Bengal. These were chanted at religious gatherings to propagate faith towards a deity. The story of the Saviour Goddess Chandi centres around a wealthy merchant and his two wives. When their husband is away, the elder wife ill-treats the younger one. Some divine girls advise the younger wife to worship the benevolent Goddess Chandi. What follows is a tale of devotion and faith, but it also involves a woman’s wisdom and ability to take thoughtful decision at testing times. Interestingly, this story portrays that god and man are bound in a network where both are dependent on each other. Till the end, the plot is so unpredictable that the reader remains engrossed in it.

Are your outdated beliefs or habits holding you back from experiencing satisfaction every moment? Plug Into Happiness promises to be your personal happiness guide. The six facets, or wheels, of a wonderful life and psyche explored in the six sections of this book will tangibly influence every realm of your life – from your relationships to your productivity, from your financial and spiritual growth to your mental wellbeing. Every chapter will handhold you on your path to self-transformation through excitingly narrated stories and episodes, taken from the lives of real modern-day heroes as well as our epics that are abundant with ancient wisdom. Come along on this journey to find a happier, more fulfille

Tadaka was an evil demoness who, along with her sons, disturbed the sages while they prayed and meditated in the forest. Who arrived to save the sages from Tadaka? Who were her sons? How did she die? Spiritual seeker and author Shubha Vilas has simplified this lesser-known tale of Tadaka the Evil Demoness 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.

Ashtavakra Gita, also known as the Ashtavakra Samhita, is a dialogue between Ashtavakra and Janaka on the nature of Self/Atman, reality and bondage. The goal of every word in the Ashtavakra Gita is to trigger Self-realization. Everything else is an illusion: the little self, the world, the universe.

Kamsa wants to kill Krishna, to prove the prophecy of his death wrong. Will he succeed? The book entails the gripping tales of Krishna's childhood; permeated with his adventures in the forests of Vrindavan, his gaiety time on the banks of River Yamuna, his endearing love for his cows, and the resolute faith of the people of Vrindavan in him. Dive into the fascinating world of Krishna meticulously weaved through the enthralling tales and gorgeous illustrations that are sure to captivate the young readers with its magical spell.

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.

Shlokas and Mantras for Kids is a perfect means to introduce your child to this living and rich culture. This book has simple shlokas and mantras for the children to chant and remember. The meanings of each shloka and mantra are also explained in an easy manner for the young minds to understand. This book is a means to let children take one small step towards learning about our thriving culture.

The Hanuman Chalisa, composed by Saint Tulsidas, is a timeless tribute to devotion. It is a strong 40-verse text. Chanting this mantra might help a devotee overcome negativity and become closer to Lord Hanuman. The Hanuman Chalisa gives you energy, positivity, and helps you to be happier. ServDharm 's devotional hymn is simple to read because it is written in both English and Hindi characters. You'll adore its distinctive red hardbound appearance and superior paper feel..

New enlarged edition, Sri Ramana Maharshi (1879-1950) was still in his teens when he attained enlightenment through a remarkable experience, as if undergoing death of the physical body, while remaining in full consciousness. He left home for the sacred hill of Arunachala where he taught the purest form of Advaita Vedanta (non-duality) through the simple discipline of self-inquiry. His teaching, his principal instruction to all his devotes was always to meditate on the question "Who am I"?. In this book Arthur Osborne gives an account of the life and teachings of Sri Ramana Maharshi. It has a special relevance to our age with its outlines of a religion based on the Indian scriptures which is essentially spiritual, without ceasing to be rational and ethical.

The first volume in a series of graphic novel adaptations of Ashok Banker’s epic retelling of the Ramayana, Prince of Dharma begins with Rama and Lakshman’s youth. Accompanied by Rishi Vishwamitra, they set out to Bhayanak Van on a dangerous mission to save their kingdom of Ayodhya. Meanwhile, evil is brewing, both within and without, the city.Written by international bestselling author Ashok K. Banker, and illustrated by award-winning artist Sachin Nagar, this graphic novel adaptation of the Ramayana is like no other Ramayana you may have read or seen before.

Death is a taboo in most societies in the world. But what if we have got this completely wrong? What if death was not the catastrophe it is made out to be but an essential aspect of life, rife with spiritual possibilities for transcendence? For the first time, someone is saying just that.

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.

Millions of Hindus the world over grow up observing rites, rituals and religious practices that lie at the heart of Hinduism, but which they don't know the significance of. Often the age-old customs, whose relevance is lost to modern times, are dismissed as meaningless superstitions. 

Bhakti Mathur took to writing in 2010 when she created the popular Amma, Tell Me series of children's picture books about Indian festivals and mythology. After a long stint as a banker, she now juggles her time between her writing, her passion for yoga and long-distance running, and her family. She lives in Hong Kong with her husband, their two children and two dogs. She holds a master of fine arts degree in creative writing from the University of Hong Kong and freelances as a journalist. When not writing or running after her young boys, Bhakti is happiest curled up with a book in one hand

and a hot cup of chai in the other. To know more, visit her at www.bhaktimathur.com.