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Is religion compatible with science? "The Tao of Physics" by Fritjof Capra famously attempted to draw parallels between modern physics and Eastern mysticism. What Capra conspicuously avoided was any comparison between the Abrahamic religions and physics. These religions of faith have no scientific component. The West has, in the last few hundred years, been the engine of scientific progress, yet the dominant religions of the West are anti-scientific....
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Hinduism Religion for Beginners is an introduction to the ancient religion of Hinduism. It provides a comprehensive overview of the Hindu world view, including topics such as cosmology, creation stories, the caste system, important Hindu gods and goddesses, and daily rituals. The book also explores key Hindu philosophical concepts and features an in-depth look at the core Hindu texts - the Vedas, Upanishads, Bhagavad Gita, and other important scriptures....
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El Canto (Gita) es el texto clásico hindú más conocido y de más perdurable influencia. En los setecientos versos de este poema didáctico, integrado en la vasta epopeya del Mahabharata, se sintetizan las principales filosofías y doctrinas religiosas nacidas de los Vedas. En el curso de este diálogo, el sabio Krishna, personificación de la divinidad, se dirige a Arjuna, que vacila antes de entrar en batalla, para mostrarle los principios del...
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Are you interested in learning more about the powerful and revered Hindu deity, Lord Hanuman? Look no further than this book!This comprehensive guide provides a wealth of information on Hanuman's birth, childhood, and his important role in the Ramayana epic. You'll also learn about Hanuman's teachings and how to incorporate them into your daily life.In addition to insightful information, this book offers practical tips for devotional practices like...
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"The Life of a Text" is a collection of essays describing bhakti-yoga, the science of self-realization, and Krishna consciousness based off select verses from sacred Vedic texts like Bhagavad-gita, Ramayana, Chaitanya Charitamrita, and others. Estimated length of 179 pages. "As Sita was not decorated, with difficulty Hanuman could recognize her, like understanding a text which has gotten a different meaning due to a lack of purity." (Valmiki Ramayana,...
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This short course sets out a detailed study of the text, philosophy, and contemporary significance of the teachings found within this ancient sacred book.
The Bhagavad Gita, which was spoken perhaps five thousand years ago and whose written form has been extant for over two thousand years, continues to inspire new generations of seekers in the East and West. Gandhi in the East and Thoreau, Emerson, Einstein, and others in the West found within its...
7) Muralidhara
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"Muralidhara" is a collection of essays describing bhakti-yoga, the science of self-realization, and Krishna consciousness based off select verses from sacred Vedic texts like Bhagavad-gita, Ramayana, Chaitanya Charitamrita, and others. Estimated length of 234 pages. "The deep vibration of Krishna's flute surpasses the thundering of new clouds and attracts the aural reception of the entire world. Thus the inhabitants of Vrindavana rise and pursue...
8) Pashupati
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"Pashupati" is a collection of essays describing bhakti-yoga, the science of self-realization, and Krishna consciousness based off select verses from sacred Vedic texts like Bhagavad-gita, Ramayana, Chaitanya Charitamrita, and others. Estimated length of 223 pages. "Or, lifting him up and carrying him across the ocean, I will offer him to Rama, like an animal offered to Lord Shiva, the lord of animals." (Hanuman, Valmiki Ramayana, Sundara Kand, 13.50)...
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"The Virat-Rupa" is a collection of essays describing bhakti-yoga, the science of self-realization, and Krishna consciousness based off select verses from sacred Vedic texts like Bhagavad-gita, Ramayana, Chaitanya Charitamrita, and others. Estimated length of 194 pages. "This virat-rupa of the Lord was especially manifested, not for the benefit of Arjuna, but for that unintelligent class of men who accept anyone and everyone as an incarnation of the...
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"Flying Like An Arrow" is a collection of essays describing bhakti-yoga, the science of self-realization, and Krishna consciousness based off select verses from sacred Vedic texts like Bhagavad-gita, Ramayana, Chaitanya Charitamrita, and others. Estimated length of 206 pages. "Then, like a naracha arrow released from a bowstring, he flew quickly towards the garden of trees, which was surrounded by mango trees and had hundreds of creepers intertwined."...
11) Padmini
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"Padmini" is a collection of essays describing bhakti-yoga, the science of self-realization, and Krishna consciousness based off select verses from sacred Vedic texts like Bhagavad-gita, Ramayana, Chaitanya Charitamrita, and others. Estimated length of 223 pages."How can that female swan who is accustomed to sporting with the king of swans amidst lotus flowers ever cast her eyes on a water-crow that stays amidst bunches of grass?" (Sita Devi speaking...
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"Thousands of Gitas" is a collection of essays describing bhakti-yoga, the science of self-realization, and Krishna consciousness based off select verses from sacred Vedic texts like Bhagavad-gita, Ramayana, Chaitanya Charitamrita, and others. Estimated length of 223 pages. "Dear Krishna, we are always busy in our family affairs. We therefore request that You remain within our hearts as the rising sun, and that will be Your greatest benediction."...
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The "Srimad-Bhagavad-Gita," translated and commented on by Swami Swarupananda, is an early 20th-century rendition of the sacred Hindu scripture into modern, readable English prose. This translation remains faithful to the original, ensuring that the line numbering aligns closely with the Sanskrit text. While the original book includes the Sanskrit text, this edition focuses solely on the English translation.
Swami Swarupananda's work is particularly...
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"The Prayer That Never Expires" is a collection of essays describing bhakti-yoga, the science of self-realization, and Krishna consciousness based off select verses from sacred Vedic texts like Bhagavad-gita, Ramayana, Chaitanya Charitamrita, and others. Estimated length of 203 pages. "Chaitanya Mahaprabhu teaches us that we should only beg God for His service life after life. This is the actual meaning of the Hare Krishna maha-mantra." (Shrila Prabhupada,...
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"A Miserable Existence" is a collection of essays describing bhakti-yoga, the science of self-realization, and Krishna consciousness based off select verses from sacred Vedic texts like Bhagavad-gita, Ramayana, Chaitanya Charitamrita, and others. Estimated length of 234 pages. "Those miscreants who are grossly foolish, lowest among mankind, whose knowledge is stolen by illusion, and who partake of the atheistic nature of demons, do not surrender unto...
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Superconsciousness is a collection of essays describing bhakti-yoga, the science of self-realization, and Krishna consciousness based off select verses from sacred Vedic texts like Bhagavad-gita, Ramayana, Chaitanya Charitamrita, and others. Estimated length of 239 pages. "Consciousness of the material body means spiritual consciousness expressed through the medium of a material body. This consciousness is inferior, destructible and perverted. But...
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"Conspiracy Theory" is a collection of essays describing bhakti-yoga, the science of self-realization, and Krishna consciousness based off select verses from sacred Vedic texts like Bhagavad-gita, Ramayana, Chaitanya Charitamrita, and others. Estimated length of 192 pages. "Krishna replied, 'My dear mother, they have plotted together and lodged a complaint against Me so that you will punish Me. My elder brother, Balarama, has joined them. Actually,...
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This is a short yet powerful hymn praising Bhairava, comprised of ten epithets of bhairava. the phalashruti - verses describing the benefits of chanting says " One who recites these ten names, having gotten up in the morning doesn't experience the terrific suffering and will not fear anything, nor does any danger arise in life."
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Maya Unveiled: Journey from Illusion to RealityEmbark on a mesmerizing odyssey through "Maya Unveiled," a transformative exploration that transcends the veils of illusion shaping our lives.Unveiling Deception: Awaken to the profound realization that our world is intricately woven with illusions. Peel back the layers obscuring reality and embrace a newfound awareness.Origins of Maya: Delve deep into the intricate veil of perception, tracing the roots...
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Nestled along the banks of the serene Sarayu River in India, Ayodhya is not just a town; it's a living legend. This book takes you on a remarkable journey to the heart of Ayodhya, to the hallowed ground of Shri Ram Janambhumi – the revered birthplace of Lord Rama. In its pages, you'll discover the mythical and historical tapestry that weaves together the epic of Lord Rama, the sacred site, and the emotions of countless devotees. Explore Ayodhya's...
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