{"product_id":"siva-jai-krishna-ponnappan-9798720737290","title":"Siva: The Auspicious Lord","description":"\u003cb\u003eLord Shiva, the Supreme and Blissful God, is the creator, destroyer, and transformer of the universe. He is also the protector of all beings. \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis book explores the many aspects of Shiva's mythology, from his origins in the Vedas to his many manifestations in the Puranas. It also discusses his role in Shaivism, the Hindu sect that worships him as the supreme deity. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eA pivotal pillar of the Hindu Trimurti or Trinity, Shiva is often referred to as the destroyer. However, he is also the creator and transformer, and his role in the universe is complex and multifaceted. \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis book briefly examines the mythology, origins, legends, and sacred scriptures surrounding the blessed Lord, along with his consort, Goddess Parvati and Shakthi in all their many manifestations and names, along with the rest of the Lord's family comprising of his sons Lord Ganesha and Lord Kartikeya. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eThis comprehensive and informative introduction to the many aspects of Shiva's mythology and worship includes coverage of the following topics: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShiva's origins in the Vedas and Puranas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHis many manifestations, including Nataraja, the dancing Shiva, and Bhairava, the fierce Shiva\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHis role in Shaivism, the Hindu sect that worships him as the supreme deity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHis consort, Goddess Parvati, and her many manifestations, including Durga, the warrior goddess, and Kali, the goddess of destruction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Shaktis, the many forms of the divine feminine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHis sons, Lord Ganesha and Lord Kartikeya\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe symbolism of Shiva's many names, forms, and objects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eShiva: The Auspicious Lord is a valuable resource for anyone who is interested in learning more about this complex and fascinating deity.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Jai Krishna Ponnappan,Kiran Atma\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798720737290\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 03\/11\/2021\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 126\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.29lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 8.00h x 5.00w x 0.27d","brand":"Jai Krishna Ponnappan","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48437454700799,"sku":"9798720737290","price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_0e1c9d1c-64c0-4c66-b27b-40504b62e0a1.jpg?v=1777161926","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/siva-jai-krishna-ponnappan-9798720737290","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}