Gaurang Damani Set Of 3 Books :Untold stories of Ramayana I Mahabharata I Essence of the Fifth Veda

1.Untold stories of Ramayana:
In addition to Valmiki Ramayana, you will read from other Hindu scriptures,many heart-warming stories like:

◆ How Rama’s sister Shanta married a sage

◆ Story of Seeta before King Janaka found her in the ground

◆ Hanuman’s 3 birthplaces

◆ Why God Shiva destined the downfall of the evil Ravana

◆ Many celestials like Goddess Durga helped Rama to kill Ravana

◆ Why Seeta was banished after her Agni-pariksha

◆ Rama’s descendants ruled many regions around the world

This book explores over 300 geographical locations from Ramayana which youcan visit even today. The simple path to happiness from ‘Yoga Vaasishtha’ isexplained. In easy language, ‘Untold stories of Ramayana’ highlights therelevance of Ramayana in your life today.

2.Mahabharata: A World War

Mahabharata: A World War offers a fresh perspective on the ancient epic, exploring its vast and intricate narrative through a modern lens. Many books have been written on the Mahabharata, focusing on its portrayal of the eternal struggle between good and evil. However, this book seeks to achieve two primary objectives that set it apart.

Firstly, it aims to authenticate the events mentioned in the Mahabharata by correlating them with present-day locations. By associating over 400 places from our scriptures with contemporary sites, this book presents compelling evidence that the Mahabharata was not merely a local battle but a conflict of global proportions. The narrative is enriched with folklore, providing a vivid connection to these ancient tales. Each chapter is thoughtfully summarized with maps, offering readers a clear and engaging visualization of the events.

Secondly, this book delves into lesser-known yet significant legends from the Purana-s. These stories add crucial dimensions to the epic, enhancing the reader’s understanding and appreciation. The Bhagavata Purana asserts that reading its chronicles of Lord Krishna can purify and calm the mind, a benefit that this book aims to impart to its readers.

Recognizing that the Mahabharata is a vast and complex scripture, this book condenses even the minor yet relevant events, making the grand classic more accessible. It highlights the nuanced roles of the many characters within the epic, providing a deeper insight into their contributions and significance.

The Mahabharata extensively covers the concept of Purushartha, which encapsulates the meaning of life through Dharma (virtue), Artha (wealth), Kama (desires), and Moksha (liberation from the cycle of rebirth). The Markandeya Purana refers to the Mahabharata as a moksha shastra, or scripture of liberation. This book also presents the essence of the eternal Bhagavad Geeta in simple language, allowing readers to absorb its timeless wisdom with ease.

Whether you are a seasoned scholar of ancient texts or a curious newcomer, Mahabharata: A World War provides a comprehensive and enlightening exploration of one of history’s greatest epics.

3. Essence of the Fifth Veda:

Essence of the Fifth Veda’ is a blend of lesser-known stories from various Purana-s with the basic narration of Ramayana and Mahabharata. This fast-paced book mentions over 265 epic-related geographical locations that are identifiable even today. The facts given in this delightful book will lead the reader to realize that our epics are NOT mythology, but HISTORY as it actually happened. Mahabharata as a World War is vividly described with tribes like the Turkic-Greeks and Chinese siding with the Kauravas. ‘Essence of the Fifth Veda’ also explains how to lead a blissful life in a simple language, as beautifully recited in Yoga Vasishtha and Bhagavad Geeta. From the Author Chhandogya Upanishad 7.1.4, 7.2.1, 7.7.1 states that Itihasa and Purana are collectively called the fifth Veda as they extend the message of the 4 Veda. The book ‘Essence of the Fifth Veda’ expands the basic narration of Itihasa (Ramayana and Mahabharata) with relevant content from various Purana. This delightful blend makes known to the reader many lesser-known legends as well as over 265 geographical locations that are identifiable even today. From the Back Cover Itihasa (Ramayana and Mahabharata) and Purana are collectively called the fifth Veda. ‘Essence of the Fifth Veda’ builds on the narration of Ramayana and Mahabharata with over 265 related geographical locations identifiable even today. This fast-paced book blends many lesser-known legends like God Hanuman carrying a mountain with life-saving herbs not once but twice; and Maya Sita’s relation with Sita and God Tirupati Balaji. Mahabharata beautifully unfolds with the Devas and Asuras reincarnating on planet Earth to a series of forest exiles of the Pandavas. The Mahabharata as a World War is vividly described with tribes like the Turkic-Greeks and Chinese siding with the Kauravas. Dharma is subtle but always wins! The many exciting miracles of God Krishna should arouse awe and Bhakti in your heart.