Sacred Plants of India
Sacred Plants of India systematically lays out the sociocultural roots of the various plants found in the Indian subcontinent, while also asserting their ecological importance to our survival. Informative, thought-provoking and meticulously researched, this book draws on botany and the ancient religious traditions of India to assemble a detailed and fascinating account of India’s flora.
Sacred Animals of India
Sacred Animals of India draws on the ancient religious traditions of India-Hinduism, Buddhism and Jainism to explore the customs and practices that engendered the veneration of animals in India. This book also examines the traditions that gave animals in India protection and is a reminder of the role of animal species in the earth’s biodiversity.
The Book of Avatars and Divinities
The Book of Avatars and Divinities
This book brings together the major deities of the Hindu pantheon, describing the different manifestations by which they are recognized, celebrated and worshipped-from Durga to Sita to Kali, and from Narasimha to Parashurama to Krishna.
Hinduism and Nature
Hinduism and Nature delves into the religion’s deep respect for all life forms, the forests and trees, rivers and lakes, animals and mountains, which are all manifestations of divinity.