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Dancing with Śiva
Hinduism’s Contemporary Catechism§
This remarkable 1,008-page sourcebook covers every subject, answers every question and quenches the thirst of the soul for knowledge of God and the Self. Clearly written and lavishly illustrated, expertly woven with 600 verses from the Vedas, Agamas and other holy texts, 165 South Indian paintings, 40 original graphics, a 40-page timeline of India’s history and a 190-page lexicon of English, Sanskrit and Tamil. A spiritual gem and great value at twice the price. “The most comprehensive and sensitive introduction to the living spiritual tradition of Hinduism …a feast for the heart and the mind (Georg Feuerstein).” Fifth edition, 1997, 8.5" x 5.5", softcover (ISBN 0-945497-97-0), MYR 68.00.§
Living with Śiva
Hinduism’s Contemporary Culture§
Hindu culture is nowhere illumined better than in this collection of Satguru Sivaya Subramuniyaswami’s honest, unflinching thoughts on every aspect of human life. These are given in the form of 365 sutras—spiritual rules for the lion-hearted, verses on how Hindus approach God, family life, sex, relationships, money, food, health, social protocol, worship and more. This book proclaims and clearly explains the ancient wisdom of how followers of Sanatana Dharma lived and interrelated with one another in the days when love and peace, respect and wisdom prevailed, and it shows how that spiritual life can and should be lived today. Second edition, 2001, 8.5" x 5.5", 1008 pages, illustrated, softcover (ISBN 0-945497-99-7), MYR 68.00. Available Spring 2001.§
Merging with Śiva
Hinduism’s Contemporary Metaphysics§
Here is the ultimate text for the really serious seeker. It may well go down in history as the richest and most inspired statement of meditation and God Realization ever, in any language. Yet, it’s user-friendly, easy to follow, sensible and nonacademic! Merging with Śiva is 365 daily lessons, one for each day of the year, about the core of your own being. It’s about God, about the mystical realm of the fourteen chakras, the human aura, karma, force fields, thought and the states of mind, the two paths, samadhi and so much more. For the first time we include in this book the cream of Gurudeva’s mystical inspired talk booklets, such as “The Self God,” “The Clear White Light,” “The River of Life” and many surprises for old-timers. Illustrated with fifty original South Indian paintings. First edition, 1999, 8.5" x 5.5," 1,408 pages, softcover (ISBN 0-945497-74-1), MYR 95.00.§
Loving Gaṇeśa
Hinduism’s Endearing Elephant-Faced God§
It began September 21, 1995, when an image of Ganesha in a New Delhi temple began sipping milk, a modern miracle soon witnessed by millions, in temples, shrines and homes worldwide. How timely that, just days before, Satguru Sivaya Subramuniyaswami had finished the 600-page sourcebook Loving Gaṇeśa. The book is simple, deep and practical, teaching how Ganesha’s grace can be attained by devotion, song, prayer and meditation. “Lord Gaṇeśa comes to life through the pages of this inspired masterpiece. Loving Gaṇeśa makes approaching Gaṇeśa easy and inspiring (The Mystic Trader).” Second Edition, 2000, 8.5" x 5.5", 576 pages, illustrated original paintings, softcover (ISBN 0-945497-77-6), MYR 68.00.§
The Master Course
Śaivite Hindu Religion§
What every Hindu parent needs: intelligent, nonviolent, traditional texts for their kids—an illustrated, seven-book series called The Master Course, teaching philosophy, culture and family life. Based on the holy Vedas, this course is the loving work of Sivaya Subramuniyaswami, based on the Saiva Neri course from the Sri Lankan school system. An excellent resource for educators and parents, it explains the “why” of each belief and practice in simple terms in three languages. “A commendable, systematically conceived course useful to one and all with special significance to fortunate children who shall be led on the right path (Sri Sri Sri Tiruchi Mahaswamigal, Bangalore, India).” Book One (5- to 7-year-old level) is available in a Hindi-Tamil-English edition. Softcover, 8.5" x 5.5", 170 pages, $12.95. Book Two (6- to 8-year-old level), English-Tamil-Malay, 196 pages, MYR 15.00.§
Hinduism Today
International Bimonthly Magazine§
Enjoy a bimonthly spiritual experience with this exclusive international journal on Sanaātana Dharma, published by Gurudeva and his swāmîs. Breaking news, ancient wisdom, modern trends, world-class photos, family resources, humor—you’ll treasure every issue! “HINDUISM TODAY is a beautiful example of the positive possibility of the media being fulfilled, a bright ray of light in a darkened world” (Anne Shannon, Portland). Introductory offer (US only): one-year subscription, six stunning issues! ISSN 0896-0801; UPC: 0-74470-12134-3. See order form for subscription rates. §
Lemurian Scrolls
Angelic Prophecies Revealing Human Origins §
Enliven your spiritual quest with this clairvoyant revelation of mankind’s journey to Earth millions of years ago from the Pleiades and other planets to further the soul’s unfoldment. Learn about the ensuing challenges and experiences faced in evolving from spiritual bodies of light into human form and the profound practices followed in ancient Lemuria. These angelic prophecies, read by Sivaya Subramuniyaswami from akashic records written two million years ago, will overwhelm you with a sense of your divine origin, purpose and destiny and motivate a profound rededication to your spiritual quest. An extraordinary metaphysical book which answers the great questions: Who am I? Where did I come from? Where am I going? First Edition, 1998, 7" x 10", 400 pages, beautifully illustrated with original drawings, smythe-sewn and case bound with printed color cover (ISBN 0-945497-70-9), MYR 68.00.§