Devi: The Mother-Goddess - An Introduction - Softcover

Pattanaik, Dr. Devdutt

Softcover

ISBN 10: 8187111453 ISBN 13: 9788187111450

Publisher: Vakils Feffer & Simons Ltd, 2000

Synopsis

This book is written in simple narrative style, taking the reader through Shakata imagery, philosophy, beliefs, customs, history, folklore, and myth, it teaches the meaning of goddess worship in our time. Reaching to young and old alike, it brings together tales of various goddesses and heroines.

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Synopsis

This is an attempt to understand the meaning of goddess worship in our time. Written in simple narrative style, it takes us through Shakta imagery, philosophy, beliefs, customs, history, folklore and myth. The book reaches to young and old alike, bringing together tales of Adi-Maya-Shakti, Lakshmi, Saraswati, Parvati, Kali, Durga as well as several village-goddesses such as Kanyakumari, Vaishnav-devi, Bahucharmata and heroines such as Anasuya, Arundhati and Savitri. Also included are tales of ancient goddesses who were once worshipped in other parts of the world such as Isis, Ishtar, Aphrodite and Diana. The highlights include lucid explanations and a pictorial key to numerous symbols associated with Shakta customs and Tantrik rituals, a map showing important Devi temples, a bibliography for those interested in learning more.

Edition details

• Publisher: Vakils Feffer & Simons Ltd
• Publication date: 2000
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 8187111453
• ISBN 13: 9788187111450
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 126