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The sacred and the secular are so closely intermeshed
in India that we have decided to include some of the many literary and
historical works
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| Patanjali's Yoga Sutras with
the commentary of Vyasa and the gloss of Vachaspai Misra Rama Prasada, Trans. A very thorough treatment of this significant and famous text. Includes Sanskrit text. Hardcover/315pp (Indian edition) #S7010 $16.95 
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Periya Puranam —A
Tamil Classic on the Great Saiva Saints of South India
Sekkizhaar The sagas of sixty-three devotees of Lord Siva who lived for Him and adored Him in delightfully distinct ways, cheerfully undergoing breathtaking trials and tribulations. Prose and some 800 stanzas; wonderful line-drawings. This is the edition shown in the video #V100 The Sage of Arunachala. Hardcover/578pp (Indian edition) #S7015 $15.95 |
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Lives of the Sixty-Three Saivite Saints R. Rangachari, Trans. A paperback edition published by Ramanashram. Softcover/308pp (Indian edition) #RM045 $9.95 |
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The Srimad Devi Bhagavatam Part
I & II Swami Vijnanananda, Trans. A landmark translation of Saktic and Tantric material. Vyasa Deva next performed all the natal ceremonies of the high-souled child; the celestial drums were sounded and the celestial nymphs began to dance and the lords of the Gandharvas, Visvavasu, Narada, Tumburu and others began to sing with great joy for the sight of the son. Hardcover/1192pp (Indian edition) #S7016 $39.95 |
| The Concise Yoga Vasistha Swami Venkatesananda, Trans. and Ed. Swami Venkatesananda continues the long tradition of elaborating on and clarifying the teachings of Vasistha. Sri Ramana Maharshi and Sri Lakshmana highly recommended this book, and so do we. A most supple translation of a wonderfully rich yoga classic, and a very great Advaita text, it is a sort of spiritual halvah, best savored slowly. A staff favorite. The study of this great scripture alone can surely help one to attain God-consciousness. — Swami Muktananda. Softcover/430pp #1013 $26.95 |
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| Vasistha's Yoga
A longer, but still abridged, edition of the third longest book in the world. Nearly twice the length of The Concise Yoga Vasistha [#1015], this book is two volumes in one. 2 lb., 9 oz. Softcover/768pp (Indian edition) #1014 $29.95 |
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| The Vedantasutras with The Sribhasya
of Ramanujacarya M. Rangacharya, M.B. Vardaraj, Trans. Aiyangar The Sribhasya is a commentary on the Vedantasutras by Sri Ramanujacarya, one of India's great teachers and religious reformers. 3 Vol. set. Hardcover/1211pp (Indian edition) #S7022 temp. out of stock |
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| Yoga Sutra of Pantanjali
Ballantyne and Shastry The yoga book. Contains the original Sanskrit sutras along with English translation and commentary. (The ascetic) sees siddhas, the divine personages or spirits (when he performs his restraint) with regard to the light—— the head. — Patanjali Hardcover/127pp (Indian edition) #S7023 $12.95 |
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Sri Hanuman Chalisa —
to The Danger Dispeller R.K. Sharma, Trans. This prayer to Hanuman, the Wind god, and Rama— of gods, was originally composed in the 16th century by the great Indian saint-poet Tulasidasa for gains in happiness, enlightenment, strength, conquest of fear, and victory of goodness over evil. In Sanskrit with English translations. Softcover 59/pp (Indian edition) #S7072 $7.95 |
| The Abhijnansakuntalam of Kalidasa
M. R. Kale, Editor Kalidasa, who lived in the 5th century, was arguably the greatest Sanskrit playwright ever— combination of Shakespeare and Milton. This particular play had and has tremendous influence on Indian society. No other composition of this poet displays more the richness of poetical genius, the warmth and play of fancy, the profound knowledge of human heart than this masterly production. Hardcover/204pp (Indian edition) #S7000 $14.95 |
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Immortal Tales from Kalidasa Suna K. Surveyor Four dramas of one of India's greatest poet-cum-dramatist (The Lost Ring, The Hero and the Nymph, A Saga of Old Ind, and The Messenger Cloud) are presented here in clear, readable, and highly entertaining story form. Softcover/202pp (Indian edition) #S7154 $6.95 |
| Archeology and the
Vaishnava — Pre-Christian Roots of
Krishna Worship Steven Rosen Any controversy about the antiquity of Krishna worship is put to rest. This monograph also serves as a good, brief overview of Indology. Hardcover/40pp (Indian edition) #S7001 $9.95 |
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| Early History Of The Vaishnava Faith
Sushil Kumar De The present work is a study of Caitanyaism, limited to the early history which comprises the more interesting phases covered by the activities and teachings of Caitanya and his immediate followers. Hardcover/704pp (Indian edition) #S7002 $24.95 |
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The Wisdom of India Lin Yutang, Editor An extraordinary anthology filled with stories, parables, and legends. Contains selections from the Ramayana, the Upanishads, the Rigveda, the Bhagavad-Gita, the Dhammapada, and the Panchatantra. A good introduction into Indian piety, imagination, and humor. Softcover/563pp (Indian edition) #S7148 $9.95 |
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King Vikram and the Ghost (Vikram
and Vetal) C.H. Tawney, Trans. The twenty-five Tales of Vikram and the Ghost is one of the oldest collections of short stories in Sanskrit and as entertaining as ever. These cleverly written gems blend magic and fantasy with realism, imagination, and wisdom. Softcover/184pp (Indian edition) #S7155 $6.95 |
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Panchatantra Arthur W. Ryder, Trans. A collection of dozens of wise and witty short stories categorized in five major themes: The Loss of Friends, The Winning of Friends, Crows and Owls, Loss of Gains, and Ill-Considered Action. The central theme of this collection concerns the harmonious development of human powers. An immortal work on the Art of Intelligent Living. Softcover/369pp (Indian edition) #S7156 $12.95 |
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Kural —
Great Book of Tiru-Valluvar C. Rajagopalacharim, Trans. Proverbs of the poet Tiru-Vallavar, thematically organized. Tamil verse and script; English prose and commentary. Good men serve at the mere call to serve. But the worthless serve only when crushed, like the sugarcane. Softcover/187pp (Indian edition) #S7007 $6.95 |
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Krishnavatara Kanaiyalal Maneklal Munshi, Trans. The life and adventures of Sri Krishna, as presented in The Magic Flute, The Wrath of an Emperor, The Five Brothers, The Book of Bhima, The Book of Satyabhama, The Book of Veda Vyaasa the Master and The Book of Yudhishthira. These marvelous tales of The Descent of the Lord are sold as a 7 Vol. set. Softcover/1835pp (Indian edition) #S7006 $34.95 set |
| Saints and Sages of India G. R. Sholapurka Sketches of more than seventy saints and sages. An intriguing odyssey through the spiritual history of the subcontinent. A stone-God never speaks. What is the possibility then of his removing the disease of mundane existence. — Namdev Hardcover/403pp (Indian edittion) #S7012 $14.95 |
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Saints Of Maharashtra Savitribai Khanolkar A must-read for the true devotee; twenty-one stories of Indian sages who fulfilled all the requirements for sainthood. Softcover/179pp (Indian edittion) #S7013 $6.95 |
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Sayings Of Lord Siva Harendra Kottyam The quintessence of Lord Siva's wisdom, drawing on sayings from Siva Purana, Siva Samhita and Siva Sutra. Two of the Thousand names of Lord Siva listed herein are Dhurva (steady) and Adhurva (unsteady). Softcover/93pp (Indian edition) #S7014 $9.95 |
| Tantric Yoga and the Wisdom Goddesses
- Spiritual
secrets of Ayurveda Dr. David Frawley Tantric Yoga and the Wisdom Goddesses is an excellent introduction to the essence of Hindu Tantrism. The author discusses all the major concepts and offers valuable corrections for many existing misconceptions. He also introduces the reader to the core Tantric practices of meditation and mantra recitation focusing on the Ten Wisdom Goddesses. — Georg Feuerstein, Ph. D. Softcover/256pp #S7302 $16.95 |
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| The Knee of Listening
— Early-Life Ordeal and The Radical
Spiritual Realization of The Divine World-Teacher and True Heart Da Avabhasa We've included the early autobiography of this somewhat controversial figure for the light it sheds on certain unusual by-ways of the contemporary spiritual scene. ..."I told him I was not a disciple of Baba in the usual sense. I did not approach Baba in the manner of a 'seeker'. I pursued my experience in terms of a radical understanding of my own motives, moment to moment, rather than as a motivation to the usual spiritual effort." — Da Free John Softcover/605pp #S7039 $18.95 |
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| Gems of Truth
—First Series Jayadayal Goyandka From Gita Press, a collection of the author's articles originally written for the Hindi 'Kaylan'. The articles are organized into 15 different subjects. Softcover/204pp. (Indian Edition) #T0115A $6.95 |
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| Gems of Truth
—Second Series Jayadayal Goyandka From Gita Press, the second series of articles by Goyandka. The articles are again divided into 15 subjects. Softcover/154pp. (Indian Edition) #T0115B $6.95 |
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| Gems of Truth —Third
Series - Sure Steps to God Realization Jayadayal Goyandka From Gita Press, the Third series of articles by Goyandka. The articles are divided into 20 subjects. Softcover/252pp. (Indian Edition) #T0115C $6.95 |
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| The Secret of Jnanayoga Jayadayal Goyandka From Gita Press. Softcover/264pp (Indian edition) #T0117 $ |
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| The Autobiography of an
Indian Monk Shri Purohit Swami Shri Purohit Swami was of the line of Swami Vivekananda, Swami Ramatirtha and Shri Aurobindo, and was a true son of the Indian Renaissance. This account of his own life, written in 1932 but published now for the first time, represents the first autobiography, in the modern sense of the word, of a yogi. Softcover/204. (Indian Edition) #S7118 $9.95 |
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The Siva Samhita Rai Bahadur Srisa Chandra Vasu, Trans. A Sanskrit text on Yoga which enumerates its concepts and cognate principles. Within the 5 chapters ar discussions and elaborations of the essentials neccessary for the practice of Yoga, ways of attaining Siddhi, the philosophy of existence, and many other topics. Hardcover/87pp. #S7005 $12.95 |
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A Companion to Sanskrit Literature Sures Chandra Banerji The text is divided into 6 sections, each a reference complete in itself, that allows looking up classical Sanskrit literature by 1) Author, 2) work title, 3) characters, 4) technical terms, 5) Geographical names, and 6) principal figures in myths and legends. Gives a good handle on the canon of ancient Sanskrit works. In addition there are 16 helpful appendices. Hardcover/810pp (Indian edition) #S7152 $24.95 |
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Stories Of Indian Saints Justin E. Abbott & N. R. Godbole, Trans. A translation from Marathi of Mahipati's poem Bhakta-Vijaya (victory to God's devotees). This extraordinary and inspiring book tells the story of a number of the famous Maharastran saints. Highly recommended - a staff favorite. Hardcover/499pp (Indian edition) #S7017 $19.95 |
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Stotramala
— Garland of Hindu Prayers
Justin E. Abbott, Trans. Exquisite devotional poetry from such Maharashtran poet-saints as Namdev, Eknath, and Tukaram. Thy form is hidden in my heart, I can think of no one else but thee. Hardcover/207pp (Indian edition) #S7018 $9.95 |
| Bahina Bai —
Translation of Her Autobiography and Verses Justin E. Abbott, Trans. The famed mystical Marathi poet. Just as a thirsty one loves water, so was I. Without him I was like a body without soul. Softcover/301pp (Indian edition) #S7011 $9.95 |
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| Bhanudas
—The Poet-Saint of Maharashtra Justin E. Abbott, Trans. A translation from the Mahipati's Bhaktivijaya. A chapter from Stories of Indian Saints. Hardcover/49pp (Indian edition) #T0036 $9.95 |
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| Tukaram
—The Poet Saint of Maharashtra Justin E. Abbot, Trans. This english translation of chapters 25-40 of Mahipati's Bhaktililamrita gives us vivid pictures of the life of Tukaram, which is full of human interest, food for the moralist, suggestions for the idealist, and to every one an inspiration to a better and nobler life. Hardcover/346pp (Indian edition) #T0090 $16.95 |
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Vijñanabhairava or Divine Consciousness
Jaideva Singh This ancient book on yoga closely follows the basic principles of Saivagama and contains 112 types of yoga. There is hardly any other book on yoga which has described to such an extent the ways to approach the Central Reality present in each man as his essential Self. Softcover/173pp (Indian edition) #S7504 $10.95 |
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An Introduction to Madhyamaka
Philosophy Jaideva Singh This brief introduction gives a history of the rise and growth of Madhyamaka Philosophy, and the origin, structure, development and purpose of the Madhyamaka dialectic. Softcover/59pp (Indian edition) #S7500 $4.95 |
| The Doctrine of Vibration
—An Analysis of the Doctrines and Practices of Kashmir Shaivism
Mark S.G. Dyczkowski Cutting across distinctions of schools and types, Dyczkowski explores the central feature of Kashmir Saivism: the creative pulse of the all-pervasive Consciousness called Siva. Hardcover/297pp (Indian edition) #T0122 $18.95 (Out of Stock) |
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Spanda-Karikas
—The Divine Creative Pulsation Jaideva Singh The Spamdakarikas are a number of verses that serve as a sort of commentary on the Siva-sutras. According to Saivagama, the Divine Conscioussness is not simply cold, inert intellection. It is rather spanda, active, dynamic, throbbing with life, creative pulsation. Softcover/209pp (Indian edition) #S7503 $10.95 |
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Paratrisika Vivarana
—The Secret of Tantric Mysticism
Jaideva Singh The last six years of Thakur Jaideva Singh's life were devoted to the study of the Paratrisika Vibarana of Abhinavagupta with that full concentration of which he was still capable at the ripe age of 93. His final work is captured here. (Indian edition) #S7501 $14.95 |
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| Ontological and Morphological Concepts of Lord
Sri Chaitanya and His Mission Tridandi Sri Bhakti Prajnan A survey of Chaitanya, taking into consideration mainly the most glorious and illustrious book, Sri Chaitanya Charitamrita. Hardcover/561pp (Indian edition) #S7288 $15.95 |
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| Shri Chaitanya's Teachings Siddhanta Saraswati The readers of this volume will get a glimpse of the encyclopedic mind of Shrila Prabhupada, dwelling upon the theistic conception of the Absolute. Softcover/650pp (Indian edition) #S7107 $14.95 |
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| Shri Chaitanya's Concept of Theistic Vedanta Swami B.V. Tirtha Chaitanya's philosophic conception, based on the Vedas, is 'Achintya-bhedabheda', which means inconceivable simultaneous distinction and non-distinction between the jiva soul and the Supreme Being, against the theory of Pantheism. Softcover/190pp (Indian edition) #T0178 $ (Out of Stock) |
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| Shri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu Dr. Sambidananda Das Written in a simple and attractive style with the intent not to leave out any important event of His life or any facet of His personality. Softcover/259pp (Indian edition) #Q086 $10.95 (Out of Stock) |
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| Shri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu —His
Life and Precepts Srila Thakur Bhakti Vinode The object of this little book is to bring the holy life of Shri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu and his precepts to the attention of both religious and educated people. Softcover/60pp (Indian edition) #S7286 $6.95 |
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| Sri Krishna Karnamritam and Chaitanya-Chandramritam Sri Lila-Suka Bilvamangala Bhakti Sadhaka Nishkinchana Maharaj, Trans. Softcover/238pp (Indian edition) #T0173 $7.95 |
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| Brindavana Sri Krishna Ch. Gopinatham Divided into three periods, Brindavana Krishna and His Leelas, Mathurapuri Krishna, and Dwaraka Krishna, this book attempts to capture the Avatara, or Incarnation, of Lord Sree Krishna. The author makes logical connections between His Leelas, which often seen to be disconnected and isolated. Softcover/216pp (Indian edition) #T0177 $ |
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| Path to God Realisation Nishkinchana Maharaj The author invites his readers of all stages in life to go through the pages of this book with the hope that they will agree to his view that the Path of Devotion will lead to the goal of the highest blessedness. Softcover/200pp (Indian edition) #Q043 $4.95 |
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| Sri Sri Upadeshamritam and Sri Damodarashtakam Rupa Goswami Prabhu and Satyavrata Muni This small book offers a way to understand the qualities favorable to pure devotion. Softcover/33pp (Indian edition) #T0165 $3.00 |
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| Jaiva Dharma Thakur Bhakti Vinode Hardcover/550pp (Indian edition) #S7057 $11.95 |
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| Gita Darsan as Bhakti Yoga
—As a Chaitanyite Reads It Prajnan Yati Softcover/227pp (Indian edition) #S7080 $5.95 |
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| Three Apostles of Gaudiya Vaishnava Movement Prajnan Yati Hardcover/478pp (Indian edition) #T0170 $12.95 |
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| The Holy Name and Thakur Haridas Bhakti Siddhanta Goswami Thakur "Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu preached and proved the potency of Sri Krishna's name—that his name is the Lord Himself. If anybody says, 'Krishna', 'Krishna', mentally or loudly and concentrates his mind on It, is bound to absorb Its Love-Nectar, be drunk with Its Ecstasy, see Krishna in Form and in everything and finally go to Goloka after passing out of his life." Softcover/37pp (Indian edition) #S7195 $4.95 |
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| Sri Shandilya Bhakti Sutras Triandi Bhakti Prajnan Yati, Trans. Softcover/230pp (Indian edition) #T0175 $9.95 |
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