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Devi Purana: A Rendition of Srimad Devi Bhagavatam
Srimad Devi Bhagavatam, also known as Devi Purana, is one of the many works of Maharishi Veda Vyasa. Consisting of 18,000 verses, it is divided into 12 chapters and numerous sections. Though classified as an upapurana (sub-Purana), it is the only Purana that Veda Vyasa terms 'Mahapurana', or the great Purana, at the end of each chapter.
Vyasa's narration reiterates that the Supreme Goddess or the Divine Mother, as described in all scriptures, is the one beyond and above the Trinity of Gods and all Devas. The stories in the book not only establish this but also describe various manifestations of the Devi.
All the Puranas are essentially collections of stories, through a narrator called Suta, who heard these from his guru, Vyasa. These, in their original form, are woven like a web and are not easy to comprehend since there is no defined order, be it chronological or otherwise.
Dinesh Bhatia segregates and simplifies the stories as well as their underlying philosophies in order to present them in a simple and comprehensible way. He also reorganises the flow of stories as a direct narration by Vyasa to King Janamejaya, the grandson of Abhimanyu, while retaining the essence of the original work.
Vyasa's narration reiterates that the Supreme Goddess or the Divine Mother, as described in all scriptures, is the one beyond and above the Trinity of Gods and all Devas. The stories in the book not only establish this but also describe various manifestations of the Devi.
All the Puranas are essentially collections of stories, through a narrator called Suta, who heard these from his guru, Vyasa. These, in their original form, are woven like a web and are not easy to comprehend since there is no defined order, be it chronological or otherwise.
Dinesh Bhatia segregates and simplifies the stories as well as their underlying philosophies in order to present them in a simple and comprehensible way. He also reorganises the flow of stories as a direct narration by Vyasa to King Janamejaya, the grandson of Abhimanyu, while retaining the essence of the original work.
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Published February 18, 2023
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December 28, 2023
I am always fascinated by the stories of gods and goddesses. The more I read about them, the more I feel a spiritual connection with them. Especially Devi or Goddesses. I still wish to read the Devi Purana in depth but for now, I feel content with Dinesh Bhatia’s Devi Purana.
Reading this book is an experience that can only be felt and not described. The connection you feel as you read about the Supreme goddess, her various manifestations of Devi and her past times is beautiful.
The Devi Bhagavatam has 18000 verses and is divided into twelve chapters and numerous sections. Dinesh Bhatia here complies few of the stories from the Puarana in a simple and comprehensible way. We witness the power of the Supreme Goddess as described in the scriptures and how she comes to help always.
The stories here are fascinating sharing how the Mother saves her children from danger, how she gives what you deserve and how if knowingly and unknowingly we pray to her she gives us the best.
With a captivating writing style and crisp descriptive narrative, the stories are simple, relatable and are beautifully described by the author. The way he reorganises the flow of the stories as a direct narration by Vyasa to King Janamejaya is interesting. The King's curiosity to know more about the Supreme Goddess and dive into the details of Ramayana, Mahabharata, Krishna's life and Devi’s manifestations is exciting to read as the questions he asks are something readers want the answers to.
It's a well-detailed and well-executed book with a beautiful flow of unheard stories and the Devi Mantras which were my favourite.
The only thing I disliked was the meaning of the words given at the back which hindered the reading experience. It would have been easier if they were mentioned at the end of the page or something.
If you are someone who loves reading about gods and Goddess if reading about the Supreme power excited you, this is the book you must experience.
Yes, don't just read, experience this book. The more you will read, the more you will feel connected to the Supreme power.
A must-read!
#devipurana #devibhagavatam
Reading this book is an experience that can only be felt and not described. The connection you feel as you read about the Supreme goddess, her various manifestations of Devi and her past times is beautiful.
The Devi Bhagavatam has 18000 verses and is divided into twelve chapters and numerous sections. Dinesh Bhatia here complies few of the stories from the Puarana in a simple and comprehensible way. We witness the power of the Supreme Goddess as described in the scriptures and how she comes to help always.
The stories here are fascinating sharing how the Mother saves her children from danger, how she gives what you deserve and how if knowingly and unknowingly we pray to her she gives us the best.
With a captivating writing style and crisp descriptive narrative, the stories are simple, relatable and are beautifully described by the author. The way he reorganises the flow of the stories as a direct narration by Vyasa to King Janamejaya is interesting. The King's curiosity to know more about the Supreme Goddess and dive into the details of Ramayana, Mahabharata, Krishna's life and Devi’s manifestations is exciting to read as the questions he asks are something readers want the answers to.
It's a well-detailed and well-executed book with a beautiful flow of unheard stories and the Devi Mantras which were my favourite.
The only thing I disliked was the meaning of the words given at the back which hindered the reading experience. It would have been easier if they were mentioned at the end of the page or something.
If you are someone who loves reading about gods and Goddess if reading about the Supreme power excited you, this is the book you must experience.
Yes, don't just read, experience this book. The more you will read, the more you will feel connected to the Supreme power.
A must-read!
#devipurana #devibhagavatam
May 24, 2023
Book has elaborately explained the books and rituals in simplistic manner
June 15, 2023
An immersive experience
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