It is the story of Yuga, a mysterious young warrior, who was born and brought up in the forest. He lives with his Guru who tries to save the hidden secrets of the Shatapatha Kingdom from the followers of Darkness. Their ancestors are afraid of the rebirth of the Shadow of Darkness Lord in the future. Aryan is the king of their kingdom, who is wise and generous. He and his protectors begin their Tapasya to please their creator, ‘Garuda - The King of Birds' for grace and to defend them from ...

'In the shadow of his legendary father Karna, Vrishaketu embarks on a quest for truth and vengeance. Haunted by the memories of his father's epic battle with Arjuna, he dedicates himself to mastering the art of war. As he hones his skills, Vrishaketu attracts the attention of the Pandavas and the wise Vidura, who recognize his untapped potential. With Vidura's guidance, he uncovers the secrets of his destiny and the true purpose of his life. When Gandharvas attack, Vrishaketu's bravery and...

"Astonishing…[Satyamurti’s Mahabharata] brings [the] past alive…as though it were a novel in finely crafted verse." —Vinay DharwadkerOriginally composed approximately two thousand years ago, the Mahabharata tells the story of a royal dynasty, descended from gods, whose feud over their kingdom results in a devastating war. But it contains much more than conflict. An epic masterpiece of huge sweep and magisterial power, “a hundred times more interes...

An interpretive look at the stories of Hanuman, one of the most beloved gods of the Hindu pantheon• Contains 36 of the most important Hanuman stories with commentary on spiritual lessons, yogic practices, and Vedic astrology• Reveals how Hanuman symbolizes the human mind and the highest potential it can achieve• Explains how Hanuman has the ability to bestow strength and devotionBest known for his role in the Ramayana, Hanuman’s playful nature, amaz...

"THE MAHABHARATA ENDURES AS THE GREAT EPIC OF INDIA. While Jaya is the storyof the Pandavas, told from the perspective of the victors of Kurukshetra, Ajaya is the tale of theKauravas, who were decimated to the last man. From the pen of the author who gave voice toRavana in the national bestseller, ASURA, comes the riveting narrative which compels us to questionthe truth behind the Mahabharata.THE DARK AGE OF KALI IS RISING and every man and woman must ch...

Millennia have passed since the dharma yudhha of the cousins shook the land of Bharata. But this history of our ancestors continues to fascinate us. Even today, we have passionate discussions about the people and their actions in the epic, fervidly defending our favourites and denouncing others. The number of works on the Mahabharata-adaptations, retellings and fiction-that still get written is a testimony to its enduring relevance.While the general storyline is largely known, a lo...

WHEN ANYONE WISHES TO SPEAK OF A GREAT RULER, THEY SAY, ‘A KING LIKE RAMA’All is well in the prosperous and orderly kingdom of Ayodhya until the greedy Queen Kaikeyi tricks King Dashratha into sending his beloved eldest son and heir apparent, Rama, into exile for fourteen years. The noble prince, accompanied by his brother Lakshmana and wife Sita, leaves for the forests. When Sita is abducted by Ravana, the demon-king of Lanka, it triggers off a series of events st...

Call him Anagha (Faultless); Bhudeva (God Of Earth); Durjaya (Difficult To Be Conquered) or Neelkanth (blue-Necked). They are all different names of Shiva, the chanting of which evokes in us a religious fervour and helps us focus on the Almighty.

A vivid journey back to the time of Krishna, his holy city, and the Mahabharata War• Recounts ecstatic celebrations, Krishna’s love for his wives and sons, and events surrounding the Mahabharata War• Offers potent spiritual lessons from Krishna’s teachings and stresses Krishna’s ability to contain all opposites and stand above duality• Provides a historical timeline and real dates for the Mahabharata War and the sinking of Krishna’s city beneath the seaLocat...

As you read this Devi Mahatmyam, you will feel the joy, the power and the wonder of the Divine Mother. At its simplest level, the Devi Mahatmyam is the battle between good and evil. But on that battlefield, the majesty of the Mother Goddess should not be underestimated. She does not wage wars with the aid of grand armies or divine allies. She alone is the source and the strength. In a new translation of this sacred text, Lyndal Vercoe offers a direct and devotional rendering. This is not j...

The situation was dire when the gods appealed to their leader, Vishnu, for help.Ravana, the ten-headed king of the Rakshasas, and his brothers had acquired extraordinary powers from the gods. Instead of using those powers for good, they had begun to practice tyranny and evil, suppressing virtue and goodness wherever they found it.If something wasnt done soon, the evil ones would destroy the worlds and make everyone slaves. They tell Vishnu that the two gods that granted Rav...

The Book of Five Rings (Go Rin No Sho) is a text on kenjutsu and the martial arts in general, written by the samurai warrior Miyamoto Musashi circa 1645. It is considered a classic treatise on military strategy, much like Sun Tzu's The Art of War and Chanakya's Arthashastra. There have been various translations made over the years, and it enjoys an audience considerably broader than only that of martial artists: for instance, some business leaders find its discussion of conflict and taking...