Download or read book On the Origin of Hindu Festivals written by Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2015-11-16 with total page 24 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Rishi Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay (26 June 1838 - 8 April 1894) was a Bengali writer, poet and journalist. He was the composer of India's national song Vande Mataram, originally a Bengali and Sanskrit stotra personifying India as a mother goddess and inspiring the activists during the Indian Independence Movement. Chattopadhyay wrote thirteen novels and several 'serious, serio-comic, satirical, scientific and critical treaties' in Bengali. His works were widely translated into other regional languages of India as well as in English. Born to an orthodox Brahmin family, Chattopadhyay was educated at Hooghly Mohsin College founded by Bengali philanthropist Muhammad Mohsin and Presidency College, Calcutta. He was one of the first graduates of the University of Calcutta. From 1858, until his retirement in 1891, he served as a deputy magistrate and deputy collector in the Government of British India. Chattopadhyay is widely regarded as a key figure in literary renaissance of Bengal as well as India. Some of his writings, including novels, essays and commentaries, were a breakaway from traditional verse-oriented Indian writings, and provided an inspiration for authors across India. When Bipin Chandra Pal decided to start a patriotic journal in August 1906, he named it Vande Mataram, after Chattopadhyay's song. Lala Lajpat Rai also published a journal of the same name.
Download or read book The Book of Hindu Festivals and Ceremonies written by Om Lata Bahadur and published by University of Washington Press. This book was released on 1997 with total page 282 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This Volume Highlights How The Main Festivals Of India Are Celebrated, Providing Adequate Background Information, Wherever Needed. The Spontaneous Gaiety And Joy Generated By These Festivals, Along With The Solemnity Of The Accompanying Bhajans, Prayer Ceremonies And Rituals, Are Captured In Graphic Detail. Also, The Special Dishes Associated With Some Of The Festivals As Well As The Recipes Add 'Flavour' To The Contents.
Download or read book Hindu Festivals written by Mukundcharandas Sadhu and published by . This book was released on 2005 with total page 348 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book South Indian Hindu Festivals and Traditions written by Maithily Jagannathan and published by Abhinav Publications. This book was released on 2005 with total page 248 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Book On Hindu Customs And Traditions Puts Together Everyday Beliefs, Practices, Observances, And Etiquette Of Living A Life Enriched By Thousands Of Years Of Spiritual Consciousness. Legend, History, Philosophy, And Folk-Lore Are Intricately Linked With Customs And Traditions. A Large Number Of The Festivals And Fasts Relate To The South Of India, Hence Many Common Practices Have Been Given, With Additional Information On Local Practices And Customs.The Book Will Serve Its Purpose If Younger Generations, Living At Home Or Abroad, Are Able To Nourish Mental And Psychological Roots, And Gain Stature As Individuals By Living An Enriched Life. It Is Hoped That The Book Will Help To Arrange Important Family Functions, And Thus Preserve Social Bonds.
Download or read book The Book of Hindu Festivals and Ceremonies written by Om Lata Bahadur and published by Mitchell Beazley. This book was released on 1994 with total page 200 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Revelry Rivalry and Longing for the Goddesses of Bengal written by Rachel Fell McDermott and published by Columbia University Press. This book was released on 2011 with total page 392 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Annually during the months of autumn, Bengal hosts three interlinked festivals to honor its most important goddesses: Durga, Kali, and Jagaddhatri. While each of these deities possesses a distinct iconography, myth, and character, they are all martial. Durga, Kali, and Jagaddhatri often demand blood sacrifice as part of their worship and offer material and spiritual benefits to their votaries. Richly represented in straw, clay, paint, and decoration, they are similarly displayed in elaborately festooned temples, thronged by thousands of admirers. The first book to recount the history of these festivals and their revelry, rivalry, and nostalgic power, this volume marks an unprecedented achievement in the mapping of a major public event. Rachel Fell McDermott describes the festivals' origins and growth under British rule. She identifies their iconographic conventions and carnivalesque qualities and their relationship to the fierce, Tantric sides of ritual practice. McDermott confronts controversies over the tradition of blood sacrifice and the status-seekers who compete for symbolic capital. Expanding her narrative, she takes readers beyond Bengal's borders to trace the transformation of the goddesses and their festivals across the world. McDermott's work underscores the role of holidays in cultural memory, specifically the Bengali evocation of an ideal, culturally rich past. Under the thrall of the goddess, the social, political, economic, and religious identity of Bengalis takes shape.
Download or read book Holi written by Dilip Kadodwala and published by Evans Brothers. This book was released on 2005 with total page 34 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Join in the festivities with this 'World of Festivals' series that takes young readers to major celebrations all over the world. This title focuses on Holi - the Hindu festival. It offers ideas for making decorations & food, enabling the reader to take part.
Download or read book Among the Hindus written by R. Manohar Lall and published by Asian Educational Services. This book was released on 2004 with total page 274 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Reprint Of 2004. The Book Was First Published In Cawnpur. Covers Hindu Months, Hindu Festivals, An Introduction, Kalyuga And Write Up On More Than A Sore Of Important Hindu Festivals.
Download or read book Hindu Festivals Why to Celebrate Them written by Ashish Dhyani and published by Fantabulous Publishers India. This book was released on 2021-07-30 with total page 217 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book endeavors to uncover the underlying reasons behind the celebration of various festivals within the Hindu community. Many of us joyfully partake in these festivals without a comprehensive understanding of their origins and significance. Throughout the year, numerous festivals are observed, but this book focuses on some of the most renowned festivals celebrated in India and the Indian subcontinent. Hindus are deeply religious individuals who faithfully adhere to their customs and rituals. However, in matters of religion, faith often takes precedence over wisdom in India. This book delves into the multifaceted reasons behind the celebration of these festivals, exploring why ancient sages and seers designated these special days for their descendants and elucidating the benefits of adhering to rituals on these auspicious occasions.
Download or read book Hindu Festivals written by Swasti Mitter and published by . This book was released on 1989 with total page 54 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Describes the origins and traditions of Hindu festivals and celebrations.
Download or read book Hindu Festivals Why to Celebrate Edition 2 written by Ashish Dhyani and published by Fantabulous Publishers India. This book was released on 2023-11-09 with total page 460 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "In the heart of India's spiritual tapestry, a rich array of festivals adorns the calendar, each a vibrant thread in the intricate weave of Hindu culture. For many, these celebrations are joyful traditions to be cherished and shared, yet the profound stories and wisdom they carry often remain veiled in obscurity. With 'Festivals Unveiled,' we embark on a journey of discovery, peeling back the layers of mystique surrounding the most illustrious Hindu festivals. This book offers a captivating exploration of the enigmatic origins and enduring significance that shape these annual observances. For the devout Hindus, their faith runs deep, steeped in timeless customs and rituals. But the 'why' behind these traditions often remains unexplored. 'Festivals Unveiled' unravels the intricate web of spiritual and cultural reasons, revealing the wisdom of ancient sages and seers who set aside these auspicious days for their descendants. Delve into the secrets of Dussehra, Diwali, Holi, Makar Sankranti, and more, as we unearth the hidden treasures buried in these timeless celebrations. This book is an invitation to understand, appreciate, and embrace the invaluable heritage of these festivals that continues to enrich the lives of millions."
Download or read book Hindu Holidays and Ceremonials written by Balkrishna Atmaram Gupte and published by . This book was released on 1916 with total page 398 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The History of Hindu India written by Satguru Bodhinatha Veylanswami and published by . This book was released on 2011-10-01 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A book for kids, teenagers, parents and teachers, the history of today's Hindus, one-sixth of our human race, extends back beyond recorded history. In this book, we pick up the threads of Hindu practice evident in the Indus-Sarasvati civilization, which was the largest and in many ways the most advanced of the ancient civilizations. From there we trace the development of Hinduism through the early empires of India, a time of great advances in science, architecture, art and literature—during which Europe was experiencing the Middle Ages. Then came the years of trial by invasion, followed by colonization and finally, in the 20th century, independence from the British Crown. Throughout these periods of history, we highlight the people, philosophical ideas and religious practices that are key to the Hindu religion today. While the text is written for sixth grade social studies classes in US schools, it is also suitable for high school classes. It has even been used in college course work, due to its refreshingly accurate, terse but comprehensive presentation of the world's most ancient faith.Review: from amazon.com: 5.0 out of 5 stars Great reference book for travel to India..., October 23, 2011 By MilsP - See all my reviews This review is from: The History of Hindu India (Hardcover) I picked up this book (History of Hindu India) on a whim. I really enjoyed the photographs throughout the book; I would read further and further just to find out what the picture was depicting. The book is true to its title, the authors give us a much better understanding of the Hindu religion from its origins to present day and how the multitude of invaders left their mark on the religion. An aspect of this book that I found surprising and wonderful was the way the authors linked the history of the religious teachings with modern day "heroes" if you will, such has Martin Luther King and Gandhi. Overall I really enjoyed the book and I felt that it is a great reference book and would be very useful to anyone who may be considering a trip to India as well.
Download or read book Historical Dictionary of Hinduism written by Jeffery D. Long and published by Scarecrow Press. This book was released on 2011-09-09 with total page 390 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Historical Dictionary of Hinduism relates the history of Hinduism through a chronology, an introductory essay, photos, an extensive bibliography, and over 1,000 cross referenced dictionary entries on Hindu terminology, names of major historical figures and movements, gods and goddesses, prominent temples, terms for items used in Hindu practice, major texts, philosophical concepts, and more. This book is an excellent access point for students, researchers, and anyone wanting to know more about Hinduism.
Download or read book Dictionary of Hindu Lore and Legend written by Anna L. Dallapiccola and published by Thames & Hudson. This book was released on 2002-11-17 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Provides over 1,000 accessible, informative and authoritative entries that answer any major question about Hinduism, it's mythology, practices, customs and laws India is so vast that each of its regions is a land in its own right, with diverse languages, customs, and cultural traditions. Yet shared social systems, firmly grounded in religious beliefs, provide the cohesive force that unites over a billion people of different backgrounds. Hinduism is the main religion of India, and this new dictionary provides an unrivaled insight to all aspects of Hindu life, past and present. Some thousand illustrated entries elucidate the history of Hinduism, its mythology, art, architecture, religion, laws, and folklore. The development of Hinduism is presented from its ancient manifestations in local cults and epic poems to modern-day festivals and customs worldwide. The complex relationship between the multitude of gods, goddesses, and semi-divine beings is brought to light in the articles on religion and mythology, while its rich imagery is revealed in the entries on architecture, sculpture, painting, dance, and theater, including works of art illustrated here for the first time. Food and etiquette, the caste system, Ayurvedic medicine, love and marriage, and contemporary practices are just a few of the topics explored. Maps and entries on the major cities and places of pilgrimage in India, as well as a concise chronology and a list of principal dynasties, provide a clear overview of the geography, history, languages, and vibrant religious and cultural traditions of Hinduism. This volume will serve as a lively and indispensable guide for those preparing a visit to India, for Indians living in the West, for students, or for anyone interested in the subcontinent. 275 b/w illustrations.
Download or read book Nine Nights of the Goddess written by Caleb Simmons and published by SUNY Press. This book was released on 2018-08-01 with total page 376 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explores the contemporary nature and the diverse narratives, rituals, and performances of the Navar?tri festival. Nine Nights of the Goddess explores the festival of Navarātri—alternatively called Navarātra, Mahānavamī, Durgā Pūjā, Dasarā, and/or Dassain—which lasts for nine nights and ends with a celebration called Vijayadaśamī, or "the tenth (day) of victory." Celebrated in both massive public venues and in small, private domestic spaces, Navarātri is one of the most important and ubiquitous festivals in South Asia and wherever South Asians have settled. These festivals share many elements, including the goddess, royal power, the killing of demons, and the worship of young girls and married women, but their interpretation and performance vary widely. This interdisciplinary collection of essays investigates Navarātri in its many manifestations and across historical periods, including celebrations in West Bengal, Odisha, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh, and Nepal. Collectively, the essays consider the role of the festival's contextual specificity and continental ubiquity as a central component for understanding South Asian religious life, as well as how it shapes and is shaped by political patronage, economic development, and social status.
Download or read book What is Hinduism written by Mahatma Gandhi and published by . This book was released on 1994 with total page 119 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A selection of Gandhiji s articles drawn mainly from his contributions to young india, the Harijan and the Navjivan on Hinduism. Written on different occassions, these articles present a picture of hindu dharma I all its richness, comprehensiveness and sensitivity to the existential delimmas of human existence.
