The Book of Hindu Festivals and Ceremonies

The Book of Hindu Festivals and Ceremonies

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  • Author: Om Lata Bahadur
  • Publisher: University of Washington Press
  • ISBN: 9788174761637
  • Category : Religion
  • Languages : en
  • Pages : 282

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.


The Book of Hindu Festivals and Ceremonies

The Book of Hindu Festivals and Ceremonies

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  • Author: Om Lata Bahadur
  • Publisher: Mitchell Beazley
  • ISBN:
  • Category : Religion
  • Languages : en
  • Pages : 200


South Indian Hindu Festivals and Traditions

South Indian Hindu Festivals and Traditions

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  • Author: Maithily Jagannathan
  • Publisher: Abhinav Publications
  • ISBN: 9788170174158
  • Category : Art
  • Languages : en
  • Pages : 248

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.


Hindu Rites and Rituals

Hindu Rites and Rituals

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  • Author: K V Singh
  • Publisher: Penguin UK
  • ISBN: 9385890042
  • Category : Religion
  • Languages : en
  • Pages : 220

Why is the tulsi considered sacred? What is the significance of namaste? Why do Hindus light a lamp before performing a ritual? Why is it forbidden to sleep facing the south? Why do Hindus chant 'shanti' three times after performing a rite? Millions of Hindus the world over grow up observing rites, rituals and religious practices that lie at the heart of Hinduism, but which they don't know the significance of. Often the age-old customs, whose relevance is lost to modern times, are dismissed as meaningless superstitions. The truth, however, is that these practices reveal the philosophical and scientific approach to life that has characterized Hindu thought since ancient times; it is important to revive their original meanings today. This handy book tells the fascinating stories and explains the science behind the Hindu rites and rituals that we sometimes follow blindly. It is essential reading for anyone interested in India's cultural tradition.


Nine Nights of the Goddess

Nine Nights of the Goddess

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  • Author: Caleb Simmons
  • Publisher: SUNY Press
  • ISBN: 143847069X
  • Category : History
  • Languages : en
  • Pages : 376

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.


What You Will See Inside a Hindu Temple

What You Will See Inside a Hindu Temple

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  • Author: Mehendra Jania
  • Publisher: Skylight Paths Publishing
  • ISBN: 9781683364856
  • Category : Hindu temples
  • Languages : en
  • Pages : 0

A colorful, fun-to-read introduction that explains the ways and whys of Hindu faith and worship What You Will See Inside... A new series of illustrated books designed to show children ages 6 and up the Who, What, When, Where, Why, and How of traditional houses of worship, liturgical celebrations, and rituals of different world faiths, empowering young people to respect and understand their own religious traditions--and those of their friends and neighbors. Visual and vibrant, What You Will See Inside a Hindu Temple features many informative pictures and concise descriptions of what is happening, the objects used, the spiritual leaders and laypeople who have specific roles, and the spiritual intent of the believers. Ideal for children as well as teachers, parents, librarians, clergy and lay leaders who want to demystify the celebrations and ceremonies of Hinduism throughout the year, as well as encourage understanding and tolerance among different faith traditions. What You Will See Inside a Hindu Temple will: Satisfy kids' curiosity about what goes on in a Hindu temple attended by their friends, broadening awareness of other faiths at an important age when opinions and prejudices can first form. Provide Hindu children with a deeper understanding of the practices of their own religious tradition. Give children the opportunity to ask questions, making them more active participants.


Hinduism For Dummies

Hinduism For Dummies

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  • Author: Amrutur V. Srinivasan
  • Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
  • ISBN: 0470878584
  • Category : Religion
  • Languages : en
  • Pages : 397

Your hands-on guide to one of the world's major religions The dominant religion of India, "Hinduism" refers to a wide variety of religious traditions and philosophies that have developed over thousands of years. Today, the United States is home to approximately one million Hindus. If you've heard of this ancient religion and are looking for a reference that explains the intricacies of the customs, practices, and teachings of this ancient spiritual system, Hinduism For Dummies is for you! Provides a thorough introduction to this earliest and popular world belief system Information on the rites, rituals, deities, and teachings associated with the practice of Hinduism Explores the history and teachings of the Vedas, Brahmans, and Upanishads Offers insight into the modern daily practice of Hinduism around the world Continuing the Dummies tradition of making the world's religions engaging and accessible to everyone, Hinduism For Dummies is your hands-on, friendly guide to this fascinating religion.


Festival of Colors

Festival of Colors

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  • Author: Surishtha Sehgal
  • Publisher: Little Simon
  • ISBN: 1534478175
  • Category : Juvenile Fiction
  • Languages : en
  • Pages : 17

Holi, Hai! Holi, Hai! It’s time to prepare for the Indian springtime Festival of Colors in this delightful Classic Board Book! It’s time for the Indian festival of Holi, a celebration of the start of spring, of new beginnings, and of good over evil. Friends, families, and neighbors wear white clothing and toss handfuls of brightly colored powders at one another until they’re all completely covered from head to toe! Young readers will love following the young siblings gathering flowers to make the colorful powders for the big day until—poof!—it’s time for the fun to begin.


Shubh Diwali!

Shubh Diwali!

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  • Author: Chitra Soundar
  • Publisher: Albert Whitman & Company
  • ISBN: 0807573566
  • Category : Juvenile Fiction
  • Languages : en
  • Pages : 35

WSRA Children's Literature: Picture This 2021 Recommendation List The festival of lights is here—time to celebrate the New Year! Diwali has arrived! Rangoli art decorates the floor, and strings of flowers hang around the doors. Now it's time to ring the bells, light the lamps, and welcome the New Year with family and friends. A sweet introduction to the Hindu festival of lights.


A Year Full of Celebrations and Festivals

A Year Full of Celebrations and Festivals

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  • Author: Claire Grace
  • Publisher: Frances Lincoln Children's Books
  • ISBN: 0711245428
  • Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
  • Languages : en
  • Pages : 130

Countless different festivals are celebrated all over the world throughout the year. Some are national holidays, celebrated for religious and cultural reasons, or to mark an important date in history, while others are just for fun. Give thanks and tuck into a delicious meal with friends and family at Thanksgiving, get caught up in a messy tomato fight in Spain at La Tomatina, add a splash of color to your day at the Holi festival of colors and celebrate the life and achievements of Martin Luther King Jr. on Martin Luther King Jr. Day. With fact-filled text accompanied by beautifully bright illustrations from the wonderfully talented Chris Corr, prepare yourself for a journey as we travel around the world celebrating and uncovering a visual feast of culture.