As the divinely beautiful Draupadi rose from the fire, a voice rang out from the heavens foretelling a terrible destiny. “She will cause the destruction of countless warriors.” And so begins one of the most fabulous stories of all time. Mahabharata plunges us into a wondrous and ancient world of romance and adventure. In this exciting new rendition of the renowned classic, Krishna Dharma condenses the epic into a fast-paced novel that fully retains the majestic mood of the original. A powerful and moving tale, it recounts the history of the five heroic Pandava brothers and their celestial wife. Cheated of their kingdom and sent into exile by their envious cousins, they set off on a fascinating journey in which they encounter mystical sages, mighty kings, and a host of gods and demons. Profound spiritual themes underline the enthralling narrative, making it one of the world’s most revered texts. Culminating in an apocalyptic war, Mahabharata is a masterpiece of suspense, intrigue, and illuminating wisdom.

Mahabharata: The Condensed Version of the World's Greatest Epic

Religion & Spirituality

Dharma, Krishna

Hinduism

CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform

Srimad Bhagavatam is the most prominent of the Puranas, or histories of the Ancient World. The original Sanskrit text of the work, penned by the great sage Vyasadeva, says it is 'as brilliant as the sun', because its teachings can illuminate our consciousness even in the darkest times. Much like the Arabian Nights, it has an intricate structure of stories within stories; epic tales of divine incarnations, saints, sages, gods and earthly kings that span vast periods of time. This volume introduces the foundational story; a conversation among many learned sages and yogis at the holy site of Naimisharanya. Srimad Bhagavatam describes how the earth goes through cyclical ages not unlike the four seasons in a year. Five thousand years ago, the world entered the most terrible of the four ages, otherwise known as Kali Yuga, or the ‘Age of Quarrel and Hypocrisy’. This era is characterised by terrific acts of violence such as large scale animal slaughter, systematic destruction of the planet's food supplies, and the merciless affliction of civilian populations by warlords and governments alike. All of this leads to escalating miseries as the dreadful age unfolds. Aware of our impending plight through prophetic visions, the compassionate sages of Naimisharanya seek a way to help us. One of their number, Suta Goswami, goes in search of a solution and encounters a dialogue between an emperor cursed to die and a great mystic. From this discussion Suta discovers how anyone, no matter how drastic their circumstances, can transcend their misery and experience boundless joy by comprehending the science of God and the soul. He returns to the sages and faithfully repeats the secrets he has heard, and this becomes the Srimad Bhagavatam. Described as the "literary incarnation of God", Srimad Bhagavatam elevates its sincere readers to pure spiritual consciousness, beyond the reach of all misery. It describes the living being as an eternal part of the all attractive Supreme Person, Krishna. We are not meant to suffer and Srimad Bhagavatam assures us that our pain will end when we properly apply the spiritual science it expounds. It is the most conclusive self-help book ever written, offering the reader the means to rise above all of the personal, interpersonal, national and international problems we face today. Krishna Dharma, is the author of popular retellings of the Indian epics ‘Mahabharata’ and ‘Ramayana’. With the assistance of his wife Chintamani Dhama Dasi, he now brings to life the greatest of India's spiritual classics without compromising its essential spiritual message.

Brilliant As The Sun: A retelling of Srimad Bhagavatam: Canto One: The Sages of Naimisharanya

Dasi, Chintamani Dhama

In this canto of Srimad Bhagavatam we hear the great sage Shukadeva Goswami answering the questions of King Parikit, who has been cursed to die in seven days. After briefly delineating man’s highest duty and the best way to conquer suffering and death, Shukadeva explains the path of mystic yoga and meditation. We are then introduced to Lord Brahma, greatest of the gods and engineer of the universe. Questioned by his son Narada, another powerful mystic, he describes the process of creation. We hear how the all-powerful Supreme Person manifests the elements from his spiritual body, enters into them as an expansion of himself, and produces the template for creation which Brahma then effects. ‘Mysteries of Creation’ presents this profound and illuminating knowledge in a simplified and dramatic style, making it accessible to all. It offers answers to the often vexing questions of why the creation exists, how we came to be within it, why God apparently lets us suffer, and how we can achieve our fullest potential by awakening our eternal nature as parts of the all-blissful Supreme. Those interested in cosmology and astronomy will also find Mysteries of Creation a fascinating read, presenting as it does the highly scientific descriptions of universal origins, as understood by the enlightened sages of Ancient India. Most of all though, anyone desiring to solve the real problems of life—birth, old age, disease and death—will find this work an invaluable resource.

Brilliant As The Sun: A retelling of Srimad Bhagavatam: Canto Two: Mysteries of Creation

Politics & Social Sciences

Philosophy

Replete with inspired illustrations by award-winning artists B.G. Sharma and Mahaveer Swami, Beauty, Power &amp; Gracefeatures Krishna Dharma’s dramatic retellings of pivotal ancient Indian stories of the many Hindu Goddesses. Adapted from ancient Sanskrit texts, the stories in Beauty, Power &amp; Grace represent one of the most fundamental aspects of Hinduism—the innumerable manifestations of divinity. Among these, the portrayal of the Goddess is perhaps the most alluring. She appears as a devoted wife, a master of the arts, a terrifying demon slayer, a scornful critic, and a doting mother, to name just a few of her forms. In Vedic tradition, these depictions of the Goddess reflect the belief that male and female are simply different expressions of one supreme, absolute truth. These profound stories are brought together here in an exquisitely illustrated collection that reveals the various manifestations of the Goddess, ranging from the iconic to the obscure: Mother Yashoda peers into her infant’s mouth and is astonished to catch a glimpse of the entire universe; Ganga Devi, now synonymous with the sacred river, rides upon a great crocodile and purifies those whom she encounters; and Kali, adorned with a garland of skulls, drinks the blood of her victims on the battlefield. A definitive and timeless celebration of Goddess imagery, symbolism, and lore, Beauty, Power &amp; Grace stunningly displays the fascinating intersection between color, form, and meaning at the heart of Hindu tradition.

Beauty, Power and Grace: The Book of Hindu Goddesses

Arts & Photography

History & Criticism

Mandala Publishing

Krishna Dharma brings a modern perspective on the ancient story of Rama, a beloved Hindu classic. The great Hindu Epic, Ramayana, ranks as one of the most loved and revered books of all time. A part of India's ancient Vedas, it is a beautiful story of romance and adventure. It recounts the history of Rama, said be an incarnation of the Godhead, and his divine consort Sita. Filled with magic and mysticism, it entrances the reader, and its profound spiritual messages leave one feeling uplifted and enriched. This modern adaptation of the classic contains all the essential narrative of the original Sanskrit poem in an approachable, contemporary style.

Ramayana: India's Immortal Tale of Adventure, Love, and Wisdom

Literature & Fiction

Krishna Dharma brings a modern perspective on the ancient Sanskrit epic the Mahabharata. The Mahabharata is one of the two major Sanskrit epics of ancient India, the other being the Ramaya?a. It narrates the struggle between two groups of cousins in the Kurukshetra War, the fates of the Kaurava and the Pa??ava princes and their succession, and highlights the central figure of the epic, Sri Krishna, an incarnation of the Godhead. The Mahabharata also contains philosophical and devotional material, such as a discussion of the four "goals of life" or puru?artha. Among the principal works and stories in the Mahabharata are the Bhagavad Gita, the story of Damayanti, an abbreviated version of the Ramaya?a, and the story of ??yasringa, often considered as pivotal works in their own right.

Mahabharata: The Greatest Spiritual Epic of All Time

A vivid dramatization of 'Srimad Bhagavatam's third canto. This ancient teaching is widely accepted as India's most influential text. It explains the science of yoga and mysticism, culminating in knowledge of the Supreme Absolute and one's eternal identity in relationship to that truth. It was composed 5000 years ago in Sanskrit by the great sage Vyasadeva, and has since been translated many times, but this is the first complete retelling. The series, Brilliant as the Sun, aims to make this sublime work accessible to any reader by presenting it in the style of a modern novel. Adhering closely to the original text, it brings out the deep meaning of Srimad Bhagavatam and helps the reader easily follow its flow. In this fourth volume we hear about the appearance of Vishnu's stupendous boar incarnation, Lord Varaha, who rescues the earth from the demon Hiranyaksha. We also meet the great sage Kardama, who marries Devahuti, daughter of the earth's emperor, Manu. She gives birth to Lord Kapila, the divine incarnation who descended to teach the ancient science of Sankhya Yoga. Filled with enlightening wisdom and stimulating stories, Two Avataras presents the ancient teachings of the epic Srimad Bhagavatam in a highly enjoyable way that will appeal to anyone seeking real peace and lasting happiness.

Brilliant as the Sun: A retelling of Srimad Bhagavatam: Canto Three Part Two: Two Avatars

Independently published

The Ramayana (the Journey of Rama) is possibly the worldÕs oldest literature. Revered through the ages for its moral and spiritual wisdom, it is an uplifting tale of romance and high adventure, recounting the odyssey of Rama, a great King of ancient India

Ramayana: India's Immortal Tale of Adventure, Love and Wisdom

Torchlight Pub

A powerful and moving tale, the Mahabharata recounts the history of the five heroic Pandava brothers. Cheated of their kingdom and sent into exile they set off on a fascinating journey.Profound spiritual themes underlie the thrilling narrative, making it one of the worldÕs most revered texts. Culminating in an apocalyptic war, Mahabharata is a masterpiece of suspense, intrigue, and illuminating wisdom.

Mahabharata (Great Classics of India)

Literary

One of the oldest and most cherished of all Indian classics, filled with deep spiritual wisdom, it is the story of five heroic brothers who were destined to rule a vast kingdom.

United States

Torchlight Publishing

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Mahabharata: The Condensed Version of the World's Greatest Epic

Brilliant As The Sun: A retelling of Srimad Bhagavatam: Canto One: The Sages of Naimisharanya

Brilliant As The Sun: A retelling of Srimad Bhagavatam: Canto Two: Mysteries of Creation

Beauty, Power and Grace: The Book of Hindu Goddesses

Ramayana: India's Immortal Tale of Adventure, Love, and Wisdom

Mahabharata: The Greatest Spiritual Epic of All Time

Brilliant as the Sun: A retelling of Srimad Bhagavatam: Canto Three Part Two: Two Avatars

Ramayana: India's Immortal Tale of Adventure, Love and Wisdom

Mahabharata (Great Classics of India)

Mahabharata: The Greatest Spiritual Epic of All Time