{"product_id":"indian-culture-basis-and-basics-rakesh-gupta-9781703309393","title":"Indian Culture-Basis and Basics","description":"\u003cp\u003eIndian culture is an amalgamation of various cultures due to its geographical, historical, political and religious diversity. People are intrigued by Indian Culture but don't know where to look for authentic information. Most information available is either too complicated or incomplete. A lot of misconceptions exist about the Indian culture, most common one being that it is ritualistic. This book tries to address these challenges both from the standpoint of philosophy and religious practices. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis book is an effort to bring clarity on the basis and basics of Hindu Culture. Hindu culture is all about a \"\u003cstrong\u003eway of life\u003c\/strong\u003e\". Simple daily practices which can be adopted to make your \"\u003cstrong\u003eJourney to happiness through happiness\u003c\/strong\u003e\" because the goal of life is happiness. It is difficult to comprehend the scriptures without a guide \/ guru, so the concepts, terms have been explained in layman language. One can get an overview of this vast ancient culture and its umpteen practices.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThere is underlying philosophy to everything which is done in Indian Culture. The book covers many practices in detail covering both the underlying principle and benefits of the same. Taking the simple thing like fasting which doesn't only give physical benefits like weight loss, self-healing and detoxification has spiritual benefits associated with it as w ell. The book covers many such practices in detail covering both the underlying principle and benefits of the same. Similarly, the major festivals their symbolism and how they can be a medium for self-growth have been covered in the book.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Basics of major Hindu Philosophies are covered in the book. Most of the initial practices in any of the spiritual paths help in getting a control over the mind. The book lists a set of common practices which can help focus the mind inwards and make it single pointed. Most seekers, new to the spiritual journey need faith and practice to better understand the mind and its tendencies in order to lead happier lives. Pick the practices with connect with you and start your spiritual journey.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn the book you will find\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClarity on Culture - what it means, Characteristics of Culture, how it is learnt and why should we learn about culture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDifference between culture and religion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCulture from sociological and philosophical perspective.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInteresting facts about India and the glory of Indian Culture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe underlying philosophy behind the basic Hindu Traditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMajor Festivals covered including Maha Shivratri, Guru Purnima, Ganesh Chathurthi, Mahashivratri, Krishna Janmastami, Navratri, Durga Puja, Dusshera, Diwali.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBasis of Hindu Culture - it's philosophy and scriptural texts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassification of the scriptural texts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInformation on different types of Yoga - Ashtanga Yoga, Hath Yoga\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe 4 paths of Yoga as per Bhagvad Gita - Path of Action, Path of Devotion, Path of Knowledge \/ Wisdom and Path of Meditation (Karma Yoga, Bhakti Yoga, Jnana Yoga and Raja Yoga)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExplanation of the most relevant and commonly used concepts like Dharma, Karma, goals of life and goals in life, individual personality traits, Gunas, meditation etc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSome practices to get a grip on your mind, connect to yourself and grow spiritually.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Hindu way of life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnd more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou will also find answers to philosophical questions like\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWho is a \"Hindu\"?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat is life?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat is death?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat is Happiness?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow to attain Happiness?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat is the purpose of human life?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat is \"God\" for Hindus?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnd more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Rakesh Gupta, Pooja Gupta\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 1703309391\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781703309393\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 10\/29\/2019\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 158\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.42lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 8.50h x 5.51w x 0.34d","brand":"Rakesh Gupta","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":44450236793087,"sku":"9781703309393","price":6.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_7d1799f6-2a9d-4e7a-9667-7698e7514b82.jpg?v=1698503610","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/indian-culture-basis-and-basics-rakesh-gupta-9781703309393","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}