The stotra-ratna or the Jewel of Hymns of Sri Yamunacharya is a lyrical masterpiece of devotion. Melody of diction and loftiness of devotion are hallmarks of this hymn. It seems to be written in the language of those who have travelled up the mystical ladder. Each stanza presents outpourings of ...
Hinduism is one of humanity's most ancient religion and over time, it has evolved in an incredibly rich but complex. This book, 'The Essentials of Hinduism' by Swami Bhaskarananda gives clearly written explanations of the basic ideas and practices of Hinduism and its culture. It answer to ...
This little book is an attempt to answer some of the typical questions posed by students as well as critics. These answers help remove misconceptions by offering explanations indicative of the origin of familiar ideas and institutions.
The short life stories of Gautama Buddha, Shankaracharya, Rmanujacharya, Madhvacharya, Tirugnana Sambandar, Appar, Nammalwar, Andal, Ramadas, Guru Govind Singh, Mira Bai, Sri Ramakrishna, Swami Vivekananda, Holy Mother Sri Sarada Devi.
This book gives a brief account of various incarnations, or manifestations, of the Vedic gods: Brahma, Vishnu, Shiva, Shakti, and Ganesha; their iconographical symbology, mythological stories, and accompanying deities.
This book prepared by Swami Harshananda explains not only the historical evolution of the temple, its architecture and its symbology but also contains ideas for its rehabilitation.
The first historic work of the combined intelligence of all India giving a complete and connected story of her culture and civilization. It is a monument of Indian co-operative research in history, philosophy, religion, fine arts, exact sciences, economics, politics, literature, and sociology'. ...