Kirjahaku

From one of the preeminent writers of Hinduism, comes the story of Devi, the Goddess and source of creation, in a beautifully illustrated new gift format. Held in this small tome is a vast spiritual understanding and detailing of The Goddess commonly known as Devi: the divine feminine, the mother of existence, the source of potentiality, creativity and ability in life. Devi, or Shakti, is the source of all creation in Hindu theology, the spirit of which permeates all divine feminine entities and manifestations. She is the manifold and inherent originator of all existence, the feelings of deities and men alike, and the source of all experience. From sensuality to chastity, wrath and destruction to love and inspiration, the tree of life and all that grows from it begins with Devi and cycles back to her.This tiny treasury of metaphysical and mythological knowledge serves as an enlightening rubric for understanding Indian tradition and theology. Exquisitely illustrated, this beautiful mini book serves as a contemporary matrix for illuminating our human experience, and offers insightful access into Eastern spirituality.

In India, statues of Ganesh are placed at the inner gates of many temples, symbolizing his role as keeper of sacred spaces. Here, pilgrims and passersby pay homage and seek his blessings. It is this symbolic presence at the entrance of our most holy places that makes Ganesh such a vital figure in our lives.Stationed at the threshold of sacredness and awareness, mediating between the possibility of the profound and our often habitual, mundane perception of the world, Ganesh is the guiding force behind this very moment of experience - where desire meets possibility. Ganesh: Removing the Obstacles offers practical and meaningful interpretations of folk narratives and sacred texts concerning the larger-than-life elephant-headed god, Ganesh.

Expressing his spirituality through art, Sharma's unique masterpieces are meant to inspire peace and reflection in the viewer. With sections on major Hindu deities and classic Vedic texts that include both art and accompanying descriptions, "In a World of Gods and Goddesses" is the definitive collection of Indra Sharma's lifework. By combining contemporary and traditional artistic styles, Sharma creates icons of Hindu gods and goddesses that are altars of worship for millions. Steeped in India's ancient Vedic cosmology, these prayerful, captivating paintings contain a complete who's who of the Hindu pantheon--Ganesh, Devi, Shiva, Vishnu, Laxmi, and Krishna all come alive in this unique and richly colored work.

Inspired by the ancient culture of India, singer Kim Waters and instrumentalist Hans Christian rediscover sacred Sanskrit chants and Bengali devotional songs in their debut as Rasa. Combing traditional and modern elements, their music reflects an unearthly beauty and invokes a mood of transcendent joy. Words, photos and sound all combine in this unique photographic and musical essay of devotional songs and philosophy. Enlightening essays from several spiritual media elucidate the transcendental conception of a world where sound and form are one and the same. Practitioners and students alike will be enriched with new vantage points from the sacred Veda. Each song is accompanied by an English translation and a short biographical sketch of the original saints who wrote them.

These ancient tales of Shiva tell of other worldly passions and celestial dancing.