Author: Rishi Rohit Sharma Publisher: Er. Rohit Sharma ISBN: Category : Body, Mind & Spirit Languages : en Pages : 14
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Welcome to the spiritual journey along the sacred waters of the Ganga, where the divine meets the earthly and the profound intertwines with the practical. "Holy Ganga," authored by Rishi Rohit Sharma, is a captivating exploration into the mystical realms of the Ganges River, known as Gangaji or Ganga Maiya in Hindu tradition. The Ganga holds a significant place in the hearts of millions, flowing majestically through the landscapes of India and Bangladesh before embracing the Bay of Bengal. More than just a river, the Ganga is personified and revered as the goddess Ganga, embodying purity, spirituality, and the potential for profound transformation. In "Holy Ganga," Rishi Rohit Sharma delves into the cultural, spiritual, and metaphysical dimensions of this sacred river, weaving a tapestry of insights drawn from Hindu beliefs and practices. Hindus believe that a dip in the Ganga not only cleanses the body but also purifies the soul, washing away sins and paving the way towards moksha – the ultimate liberation from the cycle of life and death. The Ganga is more than a geographical entity; it symbolizes the spiritual knowledge enshrined in the ancient "Vedas" and possesses the transformative power to purify one's being. "Holy Ganga" invites readers to embark on a journey that transcends the physical realm, exploring the profound teachings embedded in the river's flow. In the rich tapestry of Hinduism, the Ganga is a source of inspiration for seekers and yogis alike. The book sheds light on the significance of pilgrimage to the Ganga and the transformative impact of meditating upon its divine energies. For yoga practitioners, understanding the Ganga's spiritual essence can deepen their practice, guiding them toward enlightenment and a harmonious union with the cosmic consciousness. Rishi Rohit Sharma's "Holy Ganga" is not just a book; it's an invitation to explore the depths of spiritual wisdom, to connect with the sacred currents that have flowed through the hearts of countless seekers for centuries. Whether you are a devout follower of Hinduism or a curious soul seeking spiritual insights, this book promises a transformative journey along the holy waters of the Ganga. Welcome to a world where the river becomes a guide, a healer, and a conduit to the divine – welcome to "Holy Ganga."
Author: Kaushal Kishore Publisher: ISBN: 9788129114068 Category : India Languages : en Pages : 0
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The Ganges, the lifeline of the Indian subcontinent has been widely worshipped in her personified form as the divine goddess for ages. It is believed that the living water of the holy river possesses curative properties and purifying characteristics. In the present scenario, there are several problems that challenge the very existence of the holy river and the great Himalayas. The Holy Ganga shelds light on the spiritual, religious, social, economic, cultural and environmental importance of the Ganga along with the problems of livelihood, uncontrolled pollution, dreaded floods, indiscriminate mining, politics of faiths, and corporate manoeuvering of water resources.
Author: Vatsala Sperling Publisher: Simon and Schuster ISBN: 1591439086 Category : Juvenile Fiction Languages : en Pages : 36
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Tells how the Hindu goddess Ganga came to Earth as the Ganges River • Introduces children to one of the most beloved characters of Hindu mythology • Illustrated throughout with full-color paintings in traditional Indian style The Ganges River, which flows from the high reaches of the Himalayas all the way down to the Bay of Bengal, is sacred to the Hindu people, who consider it to be the earthly form of the goddess Ganga. The story of how Ganga was born, and how she became a river, tells of a journey from a place even higher than the Himalayan mountaintops--a journey from Heaven itself. Born in a pot of sacred water, the baby Ganga grows into a beautiful and lighthearted girl, the darling of Heaven. But one day her sense of humor gets her in trouble. When grumpy Sage Durvasa is caught in a whirlwind that blows his clothes right off him, Ganga makes the mistake of laughing at him. In a rage, the sage puts a curse on her: “You must go to Earth as a river!” Ganga is heartbroken and begs the sage to forgive her. He can’t take back the curse, but seeing that she is truly sorry, he gives her a blessing as well: her water will purify the souls of men, releasing them from sin. When Sage Baghirath prays to the gods to help him release the souls of his ancestors, Ganga comes tumbling from the sky and follows the sage across India, the river unfurling behind her. To this day millions of people take comfort in her healing waters, and Ganga, too, takes comfort in relieving their suffering.
Author: Victor Mallet Publisher: Oxford University Press ISBN: 0198786174 Category : History Languages : en Pages : 339
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India is killing the Ganges, and the Ganges in turn is killing India. Victor Mallet traces the holy river from source to mouth, and from ancient times to the present day, to find that the battle to rescue what is arguably the world's most important river is far from lost.
Author: Rob Bowden Publisher: Heinemann-Raintree Library ISBN: 9780739860700 Category : Juvenile Nonfiction Languages : en Pages : 52
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Explores the history and course of the Ganges, examining the surrounding land and cities and the river's influence on the history and civilization of India and Bangladesh.
Author: Steven G. Darian Publisher: Motilal Banarsidass Publ. ISBN: 9788120817579 Category : History Languages : en Pages : 252
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No river has kindled Man`s imagination like the Ganges. From its icy origins high in the Himalayas, this sacred river flows through the holy cities and the great plains of northern India to the Bay of Bengal. In a country where the red heat of summer inspires prayer for the coming monsoon, the life-giving waters of the Ganges have assumed legendary powers in the form of the Hindu goddess Ganga, the source of creation and abundance. Pilgrims flock to her shores to cleanse and purify themselves, to cure ailments, and to die that much closer to paradise. Steven Darian writes of the human experience and the legendary myths that surround the Ganges. While collecting material for this book, Dr. Darian lived by the Ganges, explored her shores, and was a pilgrim to the Ganga Sagar festival at Sagar Island off Calcutta where the sacred river and the ocean merge.
Author: KISHORE SHARMA SARASWAT Publisher: NEELAM PUBLICATONS ISBN: 819044137X Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 248
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Revolving around the life of a distressed woman, namely ‘Ram Asari’ and her adopted son ‘Munna’,it is a saga which tells about her unprecedented motherly love and affection towards him, even at the cost of her own life. It won’t be an exaggeration to say that like the protagonist, Pelagea Nilovana of the famous novel ‘The Mother’ of the great Russian Writer Maxim Gorki, Ram Asari, despite being uneducated woman also emerged as a lustrous idol of a woman of strong will and feelings. The only difference in between them is that where Nilovana is a face of radicalization, Ram Asari is a symbol of affection and selflessness. With a hope, kindled in her mind, she did hard labour to raise her Munna as a personage and in this pursuit she ultimately loses the race of her own life. This is such an affectionate story that there could hardly be any reader who won’t shed tears from the core of his/her heart by reading this book. It is a very fascinating novel full of attractions, horripilation and curiosity and thus has great appeal to keep the readers engrossed in it till the finishing of the last line.
Author: Vishwambhar Prasad Sati Publisher: Springer Nature ISBN: 3030791173 Category : Science Languages : en Pages : 184
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‘The Ganges: Cultural, Economic, and Environmental Importance’ is a geographical, cultural, economic, and environmental interpretation of the Ganga River. The Ganga River originates from Gaumukh- situated in the high Himalaya, flows through the world’s biggest fertile alluvial plain, and inlets into the Bay of Bengal at Ganga Sagar. It makes a unique natural and cultural landscape and is believed to be the holiest river of India. The Hindus called it ‘Mother Ganga’ and worship it. The towns/cities, situated on its bank, are world-famous and are known as the highland and valley pilgrimages. The water of the Ganga is pious, and the Hindus use it on different occasions while performing the rituals and customs. This book is unique because no previous study which presents a complete and comprehensive geographical description of the Ganga has been composed. This book presents the historical and cultural significance of the Ganga and its tributaries. Empirical, archival, and observation methods were applied to conduct this study. There are a total of 10 chapters in this book such as ‘Introduction’, ‘the Ganga Basin’, ‘Geography of the Ganga Basin’, ‘the Ganges System: Ganga and its Tributaries’, ‘Ganga between Gaumukh and Uttarkashi’, ‘the Major Cultural Towns’, ‘Major Fairs and Festivals’, ‘Economic Significance of the Ganga’, ‘Environmental Issues’, and ‘Conclusions’. The contents of the book are enriched by 89 figures, 15 tables, and substantial citations and references.
Author: Eric Newby Publisher: HarperCollins UK ISBN: 0007508212 Category : Travel Languages : en Pages : 402
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‘Slowly Down the Ganges’ is seen as a vintage Newby masterpiece, alongside ‘A Short Walk in the Hindu Kush’ and ‘Love and War in the Apennines’. Told with Newby's self-deprecating humour and wry attention to detail, this is a classic of the genre and a window into an enchanting piece of history.
Author: Rishi Rohit Sharma
Author: Kaushal Kishore
Author: Vatsala Sperling
Author: Victor Mallet
Author: Rob Bowden
Author: Giulio Di Sturco
Author: Steven G. Darian
Author: KISHORE SHARMA SARASWAT
Author: Vishwambhar Prasad Sati
Author: Eric Newby