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Hanuman

The Devotion and Power of the Monkey God

Vanamali Sri Krishna Das

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English
Inner Traditions Bear and Company
25 March 2010
An interpretive look at the stories of Hanuman, one of the most beloved gods of the Hindu pantheon

• Contains 36 of the most important Hanuman stories with commentary on spiritual lessons, yogic practices, and Vedic astrology

• Reveals how Hanuman symbolizes the human mind and the highest potential it can achieve

• Explains how Hanuman has the ability to bestow strength and devotion

Best known for his role in the Ramayana, Hanuman’s playful nature, amazing physical powers, and selfless devotion to Lord Rama have made him one of the most beloved gods in the Hindu pantheon. As a monkey, he symbolizes the ever-restless human mind. He teaches us that, though everyone is born an animal, anyone can attain the heights of spiritual evolution through perseverance and ardent discipline. Having perfected his mind through bhakti (selfless devotion) to obtain his powers, Hanuman embodies the highest potential we can achieve.

In this book, Vanamali recounts 36 legendary Hanuman stories--from his birth to his adventures in the Ramayana--and reveals the spiritual lessons, yogic practices, and Vedic astrology aspects they contain. Vanamali shows how Hanuman has the ability to bestow selfless devotion and strength to his devotees and that following his example is the surest path to attracting the blessing of Rama.

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Imprint:   Inner Traditions Bear and Company
Country of Publication:   United States
Dimensions:   Height: 229mm,  Width: 152mm,  Spine: 23mm
Weight:   467g
ISBN:   9781594773372
ISBN 10:   1594773378
Pages:   416
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Audience:   General/trade ,  ELT Advanced
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Foreword by Sri Krishna Das Introduction 1 Mahavira--The Historic Hanuman 2 Anjaneya--Son of Anjana 3 Kesari Putra--Son of Kesari 4 Vayu Putra--Son of Vayu 5 Maruti--Flight to the Sun 6 Kesari Nandana--Hanuman’s Education 7 Jitendriya--Conqueror of the Senses 8 Sugriva Mitram--Friend of Sugriva 9 Ramadasa--The Famous Encounter 10 Pranadeva--The Killing of Vaali 11 Ramadhuta--Messenger of Rama 12 Sundara--The Book of Beauty 13 Pavana Putra--Search for Sita 14 Sankata Mochana--Dispeller of Sorrow 15 Bajarangabali--The Burning of Lanka 16 Shoora--The Faithful Servant 17 Mahatman--Ravana’s Council of War 18 Bhaktavatsala--Rama Gives Sanctuary 19 Mahatejasvin--The Siege of Lanka 20 Vatamaja--The War Continues 21 Daityakulantaka--The Fall of Kumbhakarna 22 Lakshmana Pranadhata--Savior of Lakshmana 23 Kapindra--The End of Indrajit 24 Mahabala--Journey to Patala 25 Rudrasya-Soonu--Fight to the Finish 26 Virupa--The End of Ravana 27 Uttaman--Trial by Fire 28 Sahasravadana--Return to Ayodhya 29 Shubangana--Dharma Triumphs 30 Veera--Sita Abandoned 31 Ramapriyan--The Ramayana 32 Lokabandu--Ashwamedha Yaga 33 Tapaswin--Dwapara Yuga 34 Bhima--The Mahabharata 35 Shubham--Kali Yuga 36 Mangala Murti--The Auspicious Form Appendix One. Poems on Hanuman Appendix Two. Names of Hanuman Appendix Three. Names of Other Characters in the Hindu Pantheon Appendix Four. Alphabetical List of Mantras Glossary of Sanskrit Terms Bibliography Index

Mataji Devi Vanamali has written seven books on the gods of the Hindu pantheon, including Shakti, The Play of God, and The Song of Rama, as well as translating the Bhagavad Gita. She is the founder and president of Vanamali Gita Yoga Ashram Trust, dedicated to sharing the wisdom of Sanatana Dharma and charitable service to children. She lives at the Vanamali ashram in Rishikesh, in northern India.

Reviews for Hanuman: The Devotion and Power of the Monkey God

Beautifully written, engrossing and inspiring, it would be difficult to praise this book too highly. * Light of Consciousness, Autumn 2010 * . . . this book is like a wonderfully detailed refresher course that also has some new insights on all things Hanuman. However, I think it would also work well for someone who has always wondered about the Hindu monkey deity, but hasn't wanted to go through assorted religious texts to learn more. * The Magical Buffet, June 2010 * A big plus for the restless reader is that each story is self-contained. Surely if a monkey can embody our highest human potential, there is hope for all of us. * Whole Life Times, June 2010 * Vanamali's work is Universal and helpful for people in all walks of life. * Shivarudra Balayogi Maharaj * Vanamali Devi has done a beautiful and inspiring job of making Hanuman a palpable life, worthy of love, devotion, and respect. * Nayaswami Kriyananda, author and swami of the Giri (Mountain) branch of the ancient Swami Order * With spellbinding luminosity, master storyteller Vanamali propels the reader into transcendental realms of inspiring valor and sublime devotion. With illuminating authenticity, Vanamali, again and again, showers us with the ambrosia of Sri Hanuman's devotion to Lord Rama. * Arvind Bruce Burger, author of Esoteric Anatomy: The Body as Consciousness *


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