This is a step-by-step guide to the worship of Lord Ganesh. In this comprehensive puja instruction, Swamiji reveals the secrets of puja to Lord Ganesha, the God of Wisdom, in four simple steps: invitation, invocation, offering and union. "Without Wisdom it is impossible for any seeker to unlock the doors to the secrets of enlightenment. Ganesha grants that boon." SwamijiThe Ganesh Puja Advanced is an expansion of Swamiji's original Beginner Ganesh Puja, adding many new stotrams, like Ganeshashtakam and Ganesh Sahasranam. It is recommended for all devotees of Ganesh.The material is presented with original Sanskrit mantras (in big and clear font), a Romanized phonetic transliteration, and a complete English translation.
The Sundar Kanda is the beautiful chapter from the Ramayana, which is a divinely inspired Indian epic. Ram has lost His wife Sita, and on his search for her, he meets a whole host of monkeys and bears who assist him in his search. The Beautiful Chapter of Tulsidasa's Ramayana is filled with deep philosophy, examples and admonitions of how to behave with the purest ethical behavior. It is great fun to chant, and the end of the book includes the Rama Stuthi, Hanuman Chalisa, Bajaranga Bana, Samkata Mochana, Hanuman Arati, Jai Jagdish Hare and Raghupati Raga, as well as other additions. Roman and Bengali transliterations have been included along with the original Hindi and English translation. Now Devotees around the world can join in singing and understanding this fascinating scripture, which is both a depiction of the ideals of perfect behavior and an allegory of the odyssey of the Soul.
Durgam means difficulties, Durga is She Who Removes All Difficulties. This book is a lovely introduction to the worship of Durga and is recommended for anyone interested in learning about the Divine Mother Goddess. The Durga Puja Beginner book includes English translation, Roman transliteration as well as the original Sanskrit.
Ganesha is the first son of Shiva and Parvati. He is the Lord of the Multitudes. He is the door-keeper; he holds the key to the inner sanctum of the heart, where the Divine Mother resides. He is the first to be worshipped so that the endeavors we embark upon are free of obstacles.The Ganesha Puja presents a philosophy that we can practice. It is a great place to start learning puja, and a wonderful doorway into meditation and worship. In addition, at the end of the book, Swamiji has included an article addressing the 36 principles of Tantra philosophy and how they relate to Yoga, Karma, and ultimately how to retrace our steps from the manifest back to the unmanifest. It is true that without Wisdom, it is impossible for any seeker to unlock the doors to the secret of Enlightenment.Ganesha Puja is presented with original Sanskrit mantras, Roman transliteration, and a complete English translation.
For the first time, the Chandi Path is available to a Western audience, complete with English translation, Roman transliteration, as well as the original Sanskrit. The Chandi Path is one of the most ancient and complete systems of mantra worship of the Divine Mother Goddess in the Hindu tradition.The name Chandi comes from the word "chand" which in Sanskrit means to tear apart. The spiritual meaning of Chandi is "She Who Tears Apart Thought." The recitation of the Chandi Path is designed to guide the reader's awareness into the presence of Chandi - the Divine Mother Herself - so that all conflict of mind may return to Peace.The Chandi Path comes from chapters 81 to 93 of the Markandeya Purana, one of the greatest spiritual treasures of Hindu spirituality. It is a universal epic which tells the story of how the Businessman and the King discover the Glory of the Goddess.
The Rudrashtadhyayi contains eight chapters that emanate from the Shukla Yajur Veda, which are especially beloved to Lord Shiva. The 1st chapter requests Lord Shiva to bless us with His firm determination. The 2nd chapter contains the famous "Purusha Shukta" in praise of the Supreme Being. The 3rd chapter worships Shiva in the form of the spiritual warrior Indra, the Rule of the Pure. Chapter 4 worships Shiva as Surya, the Light of Wisdom. Chapter 5 is well known as the Namakam, where we bow to the many manifestations of Lord Shiva. Chapter 6 we ask Shiva for blessings, chapter 7 we make offerings to his various manifestations. The 8th chapter is famous as the Chamakam describing the divine characteristics of Shiva that are within us. The final chapter asks for peace and offers peace. Presented in the Sanskrit, Roman phonetic and complete English translation. The Rudrashtadhyayi has been chanted for thousands of years, by millions of devotees. The feeling and wisdom of these beautiful hymns of praise have been transmitted from generation to generation in the oral tradition of Guru Disciple relationship. Those who chant the Rudrashtadhyayi can feel the vibrations of the many generations of sincere worshippers and can receive this transmission themselves.
The Bhagavad Gita comes from the 100,000 verses of the epic Mahabharat. It's 700 verses are rich with eloquent poetry and woven masterfully with Vedic Philosophy. This translation focuses on the inner struggle of the spiritual aspirant to follow their own chosen ideal of perfection in every moment. Complete with a glossary of definitions for the names of the characters in the story, this translation is not as much a history lesson as it is a lesson that can be applied to the reader's current situation today. There is no other circumstance in which divine knowledge is more appropriate, and no greater teacher than the Supreme Lord Himself. This book comes with English translations, Roman transliterations and the original Sanskrit.
The Devi Gita comes from the last ten chapters of the seventh skanda of the Devi Bhagavatam and presents the magnificent dialogue between Himalaya and the Divine Mother, when She declared that She would take birth in his house as the Goddess Parvati. Himalaya asked, "How shall I act when I become the father of the Divine Mother? What will be my attitudes toward life? What will be my spiritual discipline? How can I remember Your divinity all the time?" This book presents a trove of information including a list of the places of pilgrimage in honor of the Goddess, directions for how to sit, how to breathe, and how to please the Divine Mother through acts of devotion. This book is presented with the original Sanskrit, the Roman phonetic transliteration and the exquisite English translation.
Gayatri is the vibration with which we greet the rising Sun in the morning, and therefore She signifies beginnings. She also is a meter, 24 syllables to the verse. She is the incessant and relentless pursuit of wisdom. She is the feminine expression of the light of the Sun. The Thousand Names of Gayatri shares the most succinct philosophies, the most subtle ethics, the greatest ideals of spiritual perfection, expressed in alphabetical order, with rhymes and musical tones in harmonic convergence, and rhythms in orders of mathematical perfection, all in one composition. One has to bow in awe and reverence at the majesty of thought presented by the rsis
The Study of Chapter One is the most in depth analysis of the Chandi Path available. It breaks down each word of Chapter One and includes an elaborately detailed account of the segments of time enumerated from a fraction of a second, to the length of one exhalation of God. It also includes other additional background information that a chanter of the Chandi will enjoy and benefit from immensely.
In Chapter Two, Chandi is propitiated by the Gods, and bedecked with divine ornaments. Then She cuts down the many Generals of the Ego. In various ways She and Dharma, her Lion tear apart the appendages of the Great Ego and restore harmony to the universe. This book is highly recommended for Sanskrit students, scholars of philosophy, or anyone interested in the Glory of the Goddess as a tool for personal transformation.
"Tattva Jnana" means the knowledge of the principles. This book outlines and enumerates these 36 principles as well as the three qualities of nature, the four objectives of life, the five elements, the six subjects of study, the seven levels of consciousness, the 8 limbs of yoga, the nine steps of devotion and much more There is a compilation of the classical schools of philosophy as well as definitions and applications. In one small, simple book, all this information is in an abbreviated outline format, keeping the handbook's knowledge extremely clear, accessible and efficient. Students of spirituality will find their time with this book well spent.
Ramakrishna was a 19th century saint who was instrumental in exemplifying the universality of God. The majesty of Ramakrishna's thoughts can be summarized in a few short statements: There is One God of us all, who is called by many names in many languages. As many as there are individuals, so many are the ways of worshiping the One God. The point of religious experience is not to engage in intellectual debate, but to become submerged in the ecstasy of divine love through devotion to our path. He told stories in a simple way, but with a big meaning. This book is a compilation of community gatherings that took place across the world between 1998 and 2001. These gatherings revolved around Shree Maa and Swamiji's translations of Mahendra Gupta's book, "Kathamrita." This book contains discussions between Ramakrishna and his devotees. It is a storehouse of practical, entertaining, and applicable wisdom from the sincerity of Ramakrishna's devotion to God.
The Samashti Upasana or Cosmic Puja, is the meditation and worship of all the forms of divinity in existence; all the deities of the universe. Pu is punya, which means merit. Ja is jata, which means giving birth. Puja is activity that gives birth to merit. The action of the greatest merit is to guide one's awareness into the presence of God and to maintain that presence for as long as possible. Through puja we offer all that we possibly can to God and thereby experience peace. This worship is intended to lead us to that objective. Swami Satyananda Saraswati has translated the Cosmic Puja so that we may use it to instill within us that quality of true reverence for all of life in which we actually pay attention. By performing this worship we become so absorbed in the union between the perceiver and the object of perception that we go beyond all duality.Derived from the Chandi Path, the Cosmic Puja describes methods of worship the Divine Mother in her forms as Mahakali, Mahalakshmi, and Mahasarasavati. Included is the "Panch Devata Puja," the worship of the five divisions of the Hindu Dharma: Shiva, Shakti, Vishu, Ganesh, and the nine planets. Other pujas in this book include: bhuta shudhi (enlivening energy centers), the Yantra Puja, Agni Prajvalitam (enkindling of sacred fire), the establishment of the Sanskrit alphabet in the body, the establishment of life, worship of the Divine Mother's body, the worship of her divine weapons, and much more. This book is an anthology of practices which accompany and augment the Chandi Path.
The biography of Shree Maa describes the extraordinary experiences of an enlightened being. Knowing her divinity from childhood, Shree Maa left home at an early age to reside in the seclusion of the Himalayas and devote her life to spiritual practices. Having realized her ultimate unity with God, she has dedicated her life to sharing wisdom and inspiration. The story of Shree Maa's journey is a classic example of realizing the human potential, no matter what field of endeavor one may choose.
Living with the Soul is an autobiography of a modern day saint, a collection of interviews with a superior individual, who has been recognized around the world for her outstanding contributions of spirit, service, loving and joyful inspirations and teaching. This is a story of a most remarkable human being, who has attained the heights of spiritual greatness.The story is told in her own words, in an English so sweet as to betray her rural beginnings, about a village girl who, by virtue of her spiritual inclination, became an example and an inspriation for communities of seekers around the world.Shree Maa has been recognized and appreciated by peoples of all walks of life, and the story of her journey is a classic example of human potential, no matter what field of endeavor one may choose.
The perfect place to begin your practice of yogic worship. Lord Shiva is the Consciousness of Infinite Goodness, and his five letter mantra makes His puja an excellent starting point for first time Sanskrit chanters.Pu means merit and ja means to give birth. Puja is that which gives birth to merit, and in our tradition the highest merit is the privilege to sit in the presence of God. Puja is an ancient system of worship designed to guide the mind to this experience.This book contains all the elements for a proper puja, including Shiva's meditation, mantras for the articles of worship, His one hundred and eight names, arati, and the Shiva Calisa. All mantras are presented with the original Sanskrit, Roman transliteration, and English translation. Also included is a guide to Sanskrit pronunciation.
