Download or read book The Path to Salvation written by Heather Selma Gregg and published by Potomac Books, Inc.. This book was released on 2014-01-01 with total page 283 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the wake of 9/11, policy analysts, journalists, and academics have tried to make sense of the rise of militant Islam, particularly its role as a motivating and legitimating force for violence against the United States. The general perception is that Islam is more violence-prone than other religions and that scripture and beliefs within the faith, such as the doctrines of jihad and martyrdom, demonstrate the inherently violent nature of Islam. Here, however, Heather Selma Gregg draws comparisons across religious traditions to investigate common causes of religious violence. The author sets side-by-side examples of current and historic Islamic violence with similar acts by Christian, Jewish, Buddhist, and Hindu adherents. Based on her findings, Gregg challenges the assumption that religious violence stems from a faithÆs scriptures. Instead, Gregg argues that religious violence is the result of interpretations of a religionÆs beliefs and scriptures. Interpretations calling for violence in the name of a faith are the product of individuals, but it is important to understand the conditions under which these violent interpretations of a religion occur. These conditions must be considered by identifying who is interpreting the religion and by what authority; the social, political, and economic circumstances surrounding these violent interpretations; and the believability of these interpretations by members of religious communities.

Download or read book JOURNEY TO THE PATH OF SPIRITUALITY written by Dipankar Saha and published by SGSH Publications. This book was released on 2024-09-23 with total page 64 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The book helps to understand that there is a deep connection between spirituality and science. Science is usually seen as the domain of rationality and objectivity while spirituality hasbeen associated with faith, mysticism and subjective experience. One of the primary ways in which spirituality and science intersect is via the exploration of the nature of spirituality. Both spirituality and science are concerned with understanding the fundamental nature of Universe and our place within it.

Download or read book Ram Ke Path Par written by Vikrant Pande and published by Harper Collins. This book was released on 2023-10-30 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Vikrant Pande and Neelesh Kulkarni's quest to retrace the trail of Rama's fabled travels during his years in exile began with their trying to locate Chitrakoot on the map and realizing that they had little idea where it might be. Curious about the places mentioned in the Ramayana, they set off on a journey of their own, following Rama's route from Ayodhya to the Dandakaranya forest and Panchavati (near Nashik) and on to Kishkindhya (close to Hampi), Rameshwaram and Sri Lanka. Along the way they would discover how closely the narrative of the Ramayana is linked to local folklore, and how the stories of the Ramayana and the moral framework that binds them together still speaks to the people who live in the land across which Rama, Sita and Lakshman made their journey. For the armchair traveller as well as the enthusiast for epic tales, this is a wonderful book with which to revisit the world of the Ramayana.

Download or read book Echoes of Faith written by Amod Desai and published by Amod N Desai. This book was released on 2024-04-14 with total page 228 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As we delve into the annals of history to recount the tale of Ram Janmabhoomi - a narrative entwined with faith, politics, and identity - it is paramount to approach this account with sensitivity and objectivity. The Ram Janmabhoomi conflict, far beyond a legal dispute over a parcel of land in Ayodhya, has been deeply ingrained in the collective memory of a nation, resonating with millions across religious and cultural boundaries. The narrative of Ram Janmabhoomi is not just a chronicle of events that unfolded over decades but a reflection of India's evolving socio-political landscape. It is a story that spans centuries, tracing back to pre-historic times and stretching into the modern era of legal battles and mass movements. This story is not merely about the bricks and mortar of a disputed structure but the intertwined relationship between faith and identity, law and justice, history and chronological facts. In this book, we embark on a comprehensive exploration of the multifaceted layers of the Ram Janmabhoomi struggle. We traverse its historical foundations, the fervent emergence of the Ayodhya movement, the intricate legal battles, the eventual resolution by the Supreme Court of India, and the broader implications for Indian society. Each chapter serves as a testament to the issue's complexity, illuminating the religious sentiments, political aspirations, legal arguments, and the quest for communal harmony. The long-term impact on Hindu-Muslim relations and communal harmony in India remains a topic of debate. In 2019, the response to the Supreme Court's verdict on the Ram Janmabhoomi issue was primarily measured by calls for peace and communal harmony from various quarters. We acknowledge the diverse perspectives that this topic encompasses and respect the profound emotions it stirs. The aim is not to advocate a singular viewpoint but to present a balanced understanding of how the Ram Janmabhoomi issue shaped and was shaped by the myriad dimensions of Indian life. This book is an endeavor to chronicle a significant chapter in India's history that will be remembered for generations as a cornerstone in the country's journey towards grappling with its diverse heritage and charting its path forward. As readers embark on this journey through the pages of history, it is hoped that they gain insights into the events that transpired and the underlying currents of cultural, religious, and national identity that the Ram Janmabhoomi struggle represents. This is a story of a nation's struggle with its past, its present, and the implications for its future. Welcome to the journey of Ayodhya's struggle. Objective of this book In this book, our primary objective is to delve into the multifaceted aspects of the Ram Janmabhoomi issue. This topic sits at the intersection of history, religion, and politics in India, which is Bharat, and simultaneously affects the entire world. Many research studies have led to chronological evidence shared in this book. This exploration aims to comprehensively understand the complexities and nuances surrounding the history, faith, and belief of righteousness around this sacred struggle. The book seeks to unravel the layers of this struggle by examining its historical roots, religious significance, and the political dynamics that have shaped its discourse. This book aims to inform and foster a deeper understanding of the complexity of the Ram Janmabhoomi struggle. It endeavors to navigate through the layers of history, faith, and politics to offer a nuanced narrative that respects diverse viewpoints and contributes to an informed discourse.

Download or read book In The Footsteps Of Rama written by Vikrant Pande and published by Harper Collins. This book was released on 2021-05-15 with total page 272 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Vikrant Pande and Neelesh Kulkarni's quest to retrace the trail of Rama's fabled travels during his years in exile began with their trying to locate Chitrakoot on the map and realizing that they had little idea where it might be. Curious about the places mentioned in the Ramayana, they set off on a journey of their own, following Rama's route from Ayodhya to the Dandakaranya forest and Panchavati (near Nashik) and on to Kishkindhya (close to Hampi), Rameshwaram and Sri Lanka. Along the way they would discover how closely the narrative of the Ramayana is linked to local folklore, and how the stories of the Ramayana and the moral framework that binds them together still speaks to the people who live in the land across which Rama, Sita and Lakshman made their journey. For the armchair traveller as well as the enthusiast for epic tales, this is a wonderful book with which to revisit the world of the Ramayana.

Download or read book The Ramayana written by Bulbul Sharma and published by Penguin Books India. This book was released on 2008-01-09 with total page 148 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Quantum Transport Theoryis a comprehensive account of recent achievements in the understanding of disordered conductors. In addition to detailing the density matrix description of nonequilibrium statistical mechanics, Professor Rammer deals with topics that are new to the field of condensed matter physics, such as: weak localization, destruction of electronic phase coherence in disordered conductors, electron-electron and electron-phonon interactions in dirty metals, scaling theory of localization, the self-consistent theory of localization, and mesoscopic physics. Building on methods developed by Schwinger and Feynman, Rammer offers the first comprehensive presentation of recent advances in transport disordered systems.

Download or read book The Path written by J. Donald Walters and published by . This book was released on 1996 with total page 518 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The true saga of one man's search for truth, and the four years he lived and worked with one of the spiritual giants of our times, Paramhansa Yoganandad. With over 400 rare stories and sayings from the great Master.

Download or read book Bharatha s Destiny written by Shathrughnan and published by Notion Press. This book was released on 2018-06-15 with total page 228 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Bharatha was the second son of the Emperor of Kosala, Dasaratha. When his older brother Rama was exiled to the forest, the responsibility of the entire empire fell on Bharatha. Sage Rishya-Sringa once told him that he needed to be ready to sacrifice and suffer. Bharatha did not know then, how extensive his sacrifices were to be as time went by. Bharatha’s Destiny tells you the story of Ramayana through the eyes of Bharatha. He calls himself the reason for all tragedies that ever fell upon Ayodhya. His intricate relationships, his boundless sorrows and sacrifices, his knowledge, his emotional strength, his unshakable belief in ethics, his immeasurable respect and obedience to his older brother – Bharatha’s life has been a roller coaster.

Download or read book The Immortals of Meluha written by Amish Tripathi and published by Jo Fletcher Books. This book was released on 2014-05-13 with total page 370 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Amish Tripathi devoted years to the research of Hindu mythological stories and history, and discussions with his family about the destiny of the human body, mind and soul to create this sweeping and fascinating adaptation of ancient Hindu mythology for modern fantasy readers. 1900 BC in what modern Indians call the Indus Valley Civilization and the inhabitants called the land of Meluha: a near-perfect empire created many centuries earlier by Lord Ram--one of the greatest monarchs that ever lived--faces peril as its primary river, the Saraswati, is slowly drying to exctinction. The Suryavanshi rulers are challenged with devastating terrorist attacks from the east, the land of the Chandravanshis. To make matters worse, the Chandravanshis appear to have allied with the Nagas, an ostracized and sinister race of deformed humans with astonishing martial skills. The only hope for the Suryavanshis is an ancient legend: When evil reaches epic proportions, when all seems lost, a hero will emerge. Is the unexpected, rough-hewn Tibetan immigrant Shiva that hero? Drawn suddenly to his destiny, duty, and by love, Shiva will attempt to move mountains and lead the Suryavanshi to destroy evil.

Download or read book Exiled from Ayodhya A Journey in Search of Ramayana written by Shirshendu Mukhopadhyay and published by BEE Books. This book was released on 2020-11-30 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “As the saying goes, the Ram was gone and so was his Ayodhya; I knew this only too well. Sita was underground; Lakshman, ostracized; Ramchandra’s youthful frame had long been borne away by the Sarayu. And the irresistible steamroller of time had pulverized the magnificent capital of the Koshals to dust. The modern town, 90 miles long and 36 miles wide, was nothing like the one described in The Ramayana. Maybe the ruins of the kingdom of Ayodhya were still buried somewhere under millions of tons of soil. Then where had this Ayodhya turned up from—this janmabhumi, Kaushalya Bhavan, Kaikeyi’s chambers? Or Raja Dasharath’s Durbar or Kanak Bhavan, for that matter? Were all of these only for show? Made to order? Archaeologists had still not been able to find the original Ayodhya, but that made no difference—there were realistic reasons for which it was necessary to prop up another Ayodhya. A legend was required, and whenever there is a need for one, it is King Vikramaditya with his scent of mythology who is summoned from the shadows of history.”

Download or read book Rebel Monk written by Rajeev Sharma and published by Prabhat Prakashan. This book was released on 2022-09-15 with total page 195 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: * From Srinagar to Kamrup-Kamakhya and from Calcutta to Kochi, the name of Adi Shankar was like a torchbearer to illuminate my path. While searching the footprints of that great traveller, it was not known when the circumambulation across India was completed effortlessly. * Every reform becomes a stereotype over a period. It is the habit of history to witness every revolution becoming hypocritical and free warriors becoming dictators. While being a monk, he had the courage to say that | am neither an idol nor a worshipper, nor am | a priest, nor religion, nor caste. * Adi Shankaracharya has the answers to all the questions of today’s youth, their curiosities and frustrations as well. Who else would be the outstanding management guru than him who changed the consciousness and the ways of life of the entire nation. The monks who were beyond all the disciplines of the world, he organised them into arenas and ashrams. He made them disciplined and organised. The conflict between Buddhism and Hindus was pacified. Shaivas, Vaishnavas, Shakyas, Ganapathis all were put together in one thread. * I hope that this story of that amazing, brilliant child, the miraculous teenager and the charming young Shankar may light up your path and the story might unfold the mystic episodes of his life, which is the prime humble motive behind writing this book.

Download or read book Self and the Supreme written by Dr. K. Sadananda and published by Notion Press. This book was released on 2020-07-29 with total page 443 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: All scriptures declare that the Lord is omnipresent. Scripture says ‘tvam eva mataa..’, you are the mother, you are the father.. ultimately, you are everything. Seeing the Lord involves recognizing the Lord in the form of the mother, father, teacher, and then in every form. This book evolves with that vision, with salutations to mother, father, teacher, and with the vision of the Lord in and through the whole creation. This understanding culminates with the Self and the Supreme becoming one through the Advaitic Teaching. The evolution of the Self to become one with the Supreme forms the essence of this book.

Download or read book Raghava The optimal of Ishvanku written by Vishnu Gupta and published by Blue Rose Publishers. This book was released on 2021-07-21 with total page 289 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is based on the dynasty of Ishvanku ‘s rullar life story and the origin of the Ikshvaku dynasty along with the life story and struggle of Lord Rama and Goddess Sita. Here ,the author only considered the human features and characters of Lord Rama. As Lord Rama was considered the greatest king of Ikshvaku dynasty, though there are many great kings who were born in this gynecology, but the way Rama followed his commitment and truthfulness, he became immortal on the earth and god-like futures. The scarification of Rama and Sita and their ascetic life give steer people to become decent men. Though there were many great kings like Ishvanku, Mandhata, Bhagirathi, Dileepa and Harishchandra in this great dynasty, the god-like feature of Rama is always adorable for everyone. Rama was not only a decent son, a husband , brother ,king and father but also a great solitaire and successful ruler of Kosala.)

Download or read book Mindful Stories written by VRUSHALI DATE, MALAYA ROUT, JYOTHSNA SRAVANTHI and published by Notion Press. This book was released on 2020-10-28 with total page 126 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Mindful Stories takes us through emotions and stories of the mind. Each one of us has a wonderful experience right now. We take the liberty to say that, because we know we are blessed with abundance—two eyes to read, a mind to reflect, and our emotions to relate. If we are able to reach you in the tiniest possible way with the stories, we would thank the almighty for enabling us to do so. Human beings are strange creatures. They live in NOW and drive into the FUTURE with a truckload of the PAST. Definitely, this creates a great substance for stories. So, sit back and enjoy the stories. Who knows, the essence of mind’s thirst, grief, and life-lihood might have one of your own stories to reflect.

Download or read book The Untold Story of Seeta written by Neeraja Phatak and published by Partridge Publishing. This book was released on 2014-08-12 with total page 138 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reading The Untold Story of Seeta a journey through fields, palaces and forests, is like traversing the journey of Seetas life, the wife of Ram, the legendary king of Kosala. Although the story follows the chronology of events in the famous epic the Ramayana, it is not a retelling of the Ramayana. Neeraja Phatak brings Seeta to life as she - Seeta tells her own story and of her love for Ram. Nagging questions around Seetas personality are viewed from a fresh perspective. Was Seetas greatest quality her ability to suffer in silence? Is it possible that the daughter of the great Janak, and a pupil of the great sage Gargi, had no opinion of her own? How could Ram, considered the best among men, have permitted his wife to go through a trial by fire? Or has Seeta been smothered under a veil of convenience? Nuggets of philosophy woven into every day conversations compel the reader to go within and ponder. For example, when Neeraja writes, Ram said, Happiness is a state of mind, it is subjective, and differs from person to person and is relative to a context... This riveting novel holds the readers attention and curiosity till the very end.

Download or read book Journeying into the Ramayana written by Mahindra Tiwary and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2018-07-24 with total page 180 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If man is envisioned to be the masterpiece conception of God, if he is not a mere specimen of a zoological species (as Shri Radha Krishna puts it), if his community is not to be merely an ant heap or a beehive but a collective endeavor to express and fulfill Gods purpose, then a human in todays world is lacking. God did not create us randomly; he made each of us for a purpose, and he is determined that we accomplish that purpose.

Download or read book The Blue Bell Villa written by HSD and published by BecomeShakespeare.com. This book was released on 2017-11-23 with total page 495 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ayodhya, a software professional in his late twenties, has a doting grandfather who has raised him after his parents have been killed by his own relatives for the sake of The Blue Bell Villa, a villa that is known to have treasures buried under it. Nobody other than Ayodhya’s grandpa knows about its location. The grandpa is stubborn. Despite several physical assaults and threats, he has successfully hidden the Villa’s location and Ayodhya’s identity from the relatives.Elsewhere, the island of Dweepa has surfaced in the Arabian Sea due to unprecedented earthquakes. The most beautiful island on earth, Dweepa, is immediately occupied by India. But Dweepa has been a victim of disappearances of high-profile individuals and common men alike. ACP Sagar, India’s top cop, and head constable Jackpot are being troubled by a mysterious man who is known to be the mastermind behind the vanishings. The man is known to have not only brute strength but also extreme intelligence and strategy.But there is an unusual player. Ayodhya has been toiling in the IT industry by the day and secretly hunting the mystery man by the night.The edge-of-the-seat thriller, with its dark and deathly plot, is narrated by a strange being that seems to know everything about the reader too…