Author: Shakunthala Jagannathan Publisher: Vakils, Feffer & Simons Pvt Ltd ISBN: Category : Religion Languages : en Pages : 128
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Ganesha is the most popular and loved of the gods of the Hindu pantheon. Nothing auspicious takes place without invoking his name. Was this always so? if not, how did he rise into prominence? These and so many more questions have exercised the minds of those interested in Hindu religion and philosophy. This title answers those questions.
Author: Manuela Dunn Mascetti Publisher: Chronicle Books ISBN: 9780811826815 Category : Body, Mind & Spirit Languages : en Pages : 96
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New job, new city, new love? Ganesha: Remover of Obstacles makes an exquisite gift for anyone on the brink of change. Following in the successful path of The Buddha Box (over 25,000 copies sold) comes this popular elephant-faced god of Hinduism. The book, which slides into the box to make an elegant backdrop for the statue of the loving elephant god, is filled with tales of Ganesha's creation and powers as a protector. Illustrated with thirty serene color images, the book also includes examples of mantras, prayers, sacred symbols, and songs for all manner of Karmic tangles, as well as instructions on how to create a home or office puja for making offerings to the benevolent god. A handsome mini-shrine for prayer and meditation practices and an ideal travel companion, Ganesha: Remover of Obstacles will enchant anyone interested in Indian mythology or Hindu religion.
Author: Pooja Pandey Publisher: SCB Distributors ISBN: 8183282121 Category : Religion Languages : en Pages : 81
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The book, apart from narrating wisdom tales from Indian mythology, introduces the child to the world of new words. The words have been carefully chosen by a panel of experts and are explained in detail at the end of the book in a glossary.
Author: Dr. Akila Sivaraman Publisher: Giri Trading Agency Private Limited ISBN: 8179506290 Category : Religion Languages : en Pages : 184
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Lord Ganesha is the Favourite Deity of not only the Hindus but also of most people following other religious faiths. He is not only popular in India but also across the globe. The innumerable temples built for this Deity in every village , every town, every city, every state and every country all over the world is a testimony to the growing faith on this Lord amongst people. It’s the traditional faith among the Hindu Community that Lord Ganesha also known as Vinayaka, Ganapati, Vighneshwara etc annihilates any and every obstacle and impediment that may block the path to success in One’s endeavour. Hence it’s common that Vinayaka is propitiated at the beginning of any Initiative, any auspicious Function or ceremony. Unlike other Deities of Hindu Faith, many aspects of Lord Ganapati including His physical appearance kindles intrigue in everyone. He has an abnormally huge human body but from head to neck he resembles an elephant. There are eighteen Mahapuranas and many Upa Puranas and Ganesha Purana is one among them.
Author: Gita Mehta Publisher: ISBN: 9780500513316 Category : Gaesa (Hindu deity) Languages : en Pages : 0
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Ganesha is the most beloved deity in the Hindu pantheon, and in India, his image is ubiquitous. It appears everywhere: on village walls, in cyber cafes, on handbags and commercial packaging, on the sides of trucks and rickshaws, in textiles and neon, and in the most sacred precincts of ancient temples. Here, Gita Mehta explores the rich religious and cultural meanings of the beloved Ganesha in a lavishly illustrated volume that will appeal not only to Hindus, but all who are touched by the talismanic power of his image and the generous spirit of his attributes.
Author: Shabd Dhingra Publisher: Shabd Dhingra ISBN: Category : Languages : en Pages : 58
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Chapter 1: Birth and Origins In the first chapter, we delve into the intriguing tale of Ganesha's birth. Chapter 2: Iconography and Symbolism In this chapter, we investigate the iconography of Ganesha, from his elephant head and multiple arms to his broken tusk and the objects he carries. Chapter 3: The Many Names of Ganesha Ganesha is known by numerous names and epithets in Hindu tradition, Chapter 4: Ganesha in Hindu Epics Ganesha's presence extends beyond mythology into the pages of revered Hindu epics. Chapter 5: The Worship of Ganesha This chapter delves into the various rituals, festivals, and practices associated with the worship of Ganesha. Chapter 6: Ganesha Beyond India Ganesha's influence has transcended the borders of India, spreading to numerous countries and cultures. We explore the presence of Ganesha in countries. Chapter 7: Ganesha in Art and Literature Ganesha has left an indelible mark on various forms of artistic expression, from sculpture and painting to literature and poetry. Chapter 8: Ganesha's Influence in Daily Life Lord Ganesha is not confined to the realm of religion; he plays a significant role in the everyday lives of his devotees. Chapter 9: Stories and Parables This chapter recounts some of the most cherished stories and parables involving Lord Ganesha. Chapter 10: Modern Interpretations In the final chapter, we examine the evolving perception of Ganesha in the modern world.
Author: Greg Bailey Publisher: Otto Harrassowitz Verlag ISBN: 9783447054720 Category : Religion Languages : en Pages : 720
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This book offers a translation of the seven thousand verses of the second book of the medieval Hindu text, the Ganesa Purana, one of two Puranas dedicated to the important elephant-headed god. In this book the reader is given many narratives about Ganesas ascent to earth in order to kill demonic figures who threaten to overthrow the correct world order. In addition, these narratives contain myths about Ganesa's birth and family as well as some extended and quite humorous myths about ideal devotees of the god.The translation is preceded by a long introduction offering a geographical and historical context for the GanesaPurana. Following the translation are very extensive notes which bring our points of philological interest, but focus mainly on the literary structure of the text and the methods used to present the many myths and narratives in a coherent and fully integrated manner.
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