This book unveils the innate divinity of a soul through the divine love between Lord Shiva and His greatest devotee & lover Gauri. Not just an enchanting narration of the pastimes of a divine couple who lovingly illumine the path to spirituality; it is also a life transforming story of love, devotion & surrender showing the way towards real happiness, peace & contentment in life! Along with a fascinating collection of poetry as well as engaging conversations between two devotees from two different walks of life, portraying this purest of pure love; it takes the reader on a mesmerizing magical journey of divine love.
Three of Marianne Williamson's previous bestsellers -- A Return to Love, A Woman's Worth, and Illuminata -- explored the issue of relationships. Now, in this deeply personal collection of essays, prayers, and self-reflection, she turns to romantic love. In Illuminata, Williamson wrote that "we experience God to the extent to which we love, forgive, and focus on the good in others and ourselves." Now, in Enchanted Love, she writes that "enchanted partnership begins with the conscious understanding, on the part of two people, that the purpose of their relationship is not so much material as spiritual, and the internal skills demanded by it are prodigious." High romance, she says, "is not about past or future. It is not about practicality. It is not about society or worldly routines. It is an audacious ride to the center of what is, at the heart of every person. It is a bold and masterful inquiry into what two people really are and how we might become, while still on earth, the angels who reside within us."
“A DIVINE LOVE STORY” is an enchanting tale of supernatural love. It revolves around Avantika, a sage maiden, who implores Mahadeva for a message to appease her father’s jealousy. Mother Parvati, recognizing Avantika’s devotion to Mahadeva, insists on sending a message to her. Consequently, Mahadeva dispatches a message to the Gandharva Abhiratha, who resides in Prithviloka, and their paths intertwine. Upon their meeting in Prithviloka, Abhiratha delivers Mahadeva’s message to Avantika before returning to Mount Kailash. However, upon reaching Mount Kailash, he beseeches Mahadeva to allow him to return to Prithviloka, as he desires to continue his divine love story with Avantika. Touched by his sincerity, Mahadeva grants him permission to stay in Prithviloka, concealing his true identity as a Gandharva. Abhiratha then ventures back to Dhartiloka, where his enchanting love story with Avantika unfolds. As the narrative unfolds, Mahadeva and Mother Parvati bear witness to the union of Abhiratha and Avantika, marking the culmination of their divine love story. Their presence at the sacred ceremony signifies the profound blessing bestowed upon the couple by the divine entities themselves. The story of "A DIVINE LOVE STORY” serves as a testament to the enduring power of love, transcending mortal and celestial realms alike. It explores the depths of devotion, sacrifice, and the boundless nature of true love. Avantika’s unwavering faith and Abhiratha’s genuine affection intertwine to create a tale that captivates the hearts of its readers. Within the realm of this extraordinary love story, readers are transported to a world where the extraordinary becomes ordinary and where the impossible becomes attainable. Avantika’s plea for a message, the celestial connection between Abhiratha and Mahadeva, and the divine intervention of Mother Parvati all serve as reminders that love can defy all odds and bridge the gap between different worlds. The union of Abhiratha and Avantika, witnessed by Mahadeva and Mother Parvati, signifies the harmonious alignment of mortal and divine realms. Their divine love story stands as a beacon of hope, inspiring others to embrace the transformative power of love and the significance of following one’s true path. As the final chapter unfolds, the divine love story of “A DIVINE LOVE STORY” draws to a close, leaving an indelible mark on the hearts of those who have experienced its magic. The profound message it imparts is that love, guided by faith and nurtured by the divine, has the ability to transcend barriers and fulfill the deepest desires of the soul. In the annals of literature, “A DIVINE LOVE STORY” shines as a timeless testament to the enduring power of love. Its pages echo with the celestial melodies of devotion and the ethereal whispers of divine intervention. This captivating love story serves as a constant reminder that true love knows no boundaries and that the bonds of affection can transcend the realms of gods and mortals alike. As the story comes to a close, the legacy of “A DIVINE LOVE STORY” lives on, forever etched in the hearts of those who have embarked on this extraordinary journey.
A powerful demon threatens the gods in their heaven. They need a saviour, who, Lord Brahma decrees, will be the son born to Shiva and Parvati. But Shiva – a badly-dressed, untidy, solitary ascetic – seems to enjoy bachelorhood. Even Parvati’s unmatched beauty aided by Kama, the god of love, seems unequal to the task of enchanting the stern lord. This illustrated classic is based on Kumara Sambhava of Kalidasa.
“Exquisitely written with compelling characters and romance . . . I was swept away by the enchanting and magical world Rebecca Ross crafted, and loved every moment of it.” — Sue Lynn Tan, bestselling author of Daughter of the Moon Goddess Enter the isle of Cadence in this novel from the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Divine Rivals—a Scottish-inspired fantasy brimming with enemies-to-lovers romance, magic and spirits, and a captivating mystery It starts with a letter and an ominous journey across dark waters. Ten years after being sent away to the mainland to become a bard, Jack Tamerlaine is summoned home to Cadence. Girls are going missing from the island, and Adaira, his childhood nemesis and the future leader of the clan, believes Jack is the only one who can find them. The elemental spirits that dwell in every breath of air, splash of water, blade of grass, and flicker of fire find mirth in the lives of the humans, and a bard’s music is the only way to summon them and ask that the girls be returned. Yet as Jack and Adaira get closer to solving the mystery, it becomes apparent that an older, darker secret about Cadence lurks beneath the surface, and no harp song may be strong enough to stop it. With unforgettable characters, a thrilling plot, and a lush folklore-infused world, A River Enchanted is a stirring story of duty, love, and creating harmony between opposing forces. This first book in the Elements of Cadence duology marks Rebecca Ross’s brilliant entry on the adult fantasy stage.
Perpetua's Passion studies the third-century martyrdom of a young woman and places it in the intellectual and social context of her age. Conflicting ideas of religion, family and gender are explored as Salisbury follows Perpetua from her youth in a wealthy Roman household to her imprisonment and death in the arena.
A Journey into the Mystical World is a collection of poetries on the story of the jouney of little krishna to the great divine warrior. It comprises of 24 poems that she penned down about the eternal love of radha krishna and the leela krishna did on the land of Vrindavan.
A god transforms into a nymph and enchants another god. A king becomes pregnant. A prince discovers on his wedding night that he is not a man. Another king has children who call him both father and mother. A hero turns into a eunuch and wears female apparel. A princess has to turn into a man before she can avenge her humiliation. Widows of a king make love to conceive his child. Friends of the same sex end up marrying each other after one of them metamorphoses into a woman. These are some of the tales from Hindu lore that this unique book examines. The Man Who Was a Woman and Other Queer Tales from Hindu Lore is a compilation of traditional Hindu stories with a common thread: sexual transformation and gender metamorphosis. In addition to the thought-provoking stories in The Man Who Was a Woman and Other Queer Tales from Hindu Lore, you'll also find: an examination of the universality of queer narratives with examples from Greek lore and Irish folklore a comparison of the Hindu paradigm to the biblical paradigm a look at how Hindu society and Hindu scripture responds to queer sexuality a discussion of the Hijras, popularly believed to be the “third gender” in India--their probable origin, and how they fit into Hindu society With the telling of each of these tales, you will also learn how the author came upon each of them and how they relate to the context of dominant Hindu attitudes toward sex, gender, pleasure, fertility, and celibacy.
