Sanatan Hindu Dharma (Perennial Hindu Religion) is like a huge banyan tree. Different kinds of faiths and beliefs have merged into it from time immemorial. As a consequence, the branches and sub-branches of Hindu religion also grew. Is there any scientific basis of the faith and values propagated in Hinduism? A very large section of people with faith in Hindu Sanatan Dharma wants that every faith and belief of this religion should not be subjected to scientific test. A man of faith is theist, while a scientific mind is atheist in nature. A harmony between the two may indicate a state of dilemma. Therefore, more discussion should take place on religious basis of beliefs prevalent in society so that we can know better the origin and religious thinking behind our beliefs. Internationally acclaimed Vaastu-shastri and Jyotishacharya, Dr. Bhojraj Dwivedi, is a rare signature of invincilbe time. More than 258 books on Astrology, Vaastu-shastra, Cheiromancy, Numerology, Figure Science, Yantra-Tantra-Mantra Science, Karmakand and priesthood written by Dr. Bhojraj Dwivedi, the founder of the International Vaastu Association, are read in many languages in India and abroad.

Sanatan Hindu Dharma is like a huge tree. Different kinds of assumptions have, merged into it from time immemorial. As human population grew and time changed, beliefs and faiths changed as a result of continuous thinking of scholars and growing maturity in their ideas. As a consequence,? the branches and sub-branches of Hindu religion also grew. Is there any scientific basis of beliefs and faiths propagated in Hinduism? This question agitates the minds of intellectual readers again and again. Now, that time has come to an end, when you cited from the religious scriptures and said, ?Babaÿvakyaÿpramanam? (here is the statement from the author as evidence). Comprehensive thinking about religious beliefs has become the most essential call of the age today. First of all, the average reader has to understand what is science. The word ?vigyan (science) is formed by prefixing ?vi to ?gyan? (knowledge). ?Vishishta gyanam iti vigyanam, ?Vishesh gyanam iti vigyanam?, ?Vishuddha gyanam iti vigyanam (Specific knowledge is science, Special knowledge is science, Pure knowledge is science), these definitions are clear in themselves. Science, in fact, is based upon cause and effect relationship. ?Karya karan sarnbandh iti vigyanam?, ?punah punah parikshanam prayoganch kritam? (Science is cause and effect relationship. Experiment is made again and again). Where we come to know the cause and effect relationship, then that knowledge automatically passes into the category of science. True knowledge of an object, based on facts, is a part of science itself. ?Punah punah nirikshit gyanam iti vigyanam,? When the results are the same on repeated observations, then those facts become science. Ancient Rishis-Munis (seers and saints) formed some rules and principles under the cover of religion to civilize humanity. They offered the charms of heaven and fears of hell, so that, men adopted them in their conduct. Today, in the age of computer, no one accepts heaven or hell, piety or sin, religion or irreligion. It is a transition period. Innumerable questions are cropping up in the minds of the intellectuals. To clarify the scientific basis of Hindu beliefs has become a need of the day.

Hindu Religion - Basics - 1 is an attempt to fulfill the long felt need among the common public to learn the basics of Hindu religion. This is a very precise and comprehensive compilation to make them understand the basic information they want to know and learn. People realize that Hindu religion proves to be the remedy for the stressed mind with zero side effects. This is capable of offering a sound mental health and makes us free from stresses arising in today's complex life. This neither believes nor advocates conversion. In fact, it recommends and supports anyone to follow his own religion and discover Hindu religion to balance oneself. The power of divine environment can be felt at temples especially at the time of performing poojas. With the advent of social media and information being available easily, there is also more curiosity among the west to learn the basics of Hindu Religion. Also this is a good self help material to understand different Gods present in a temple in India. On completion, this book may make a few to become restless to learn more. For the elders, this may leave a feeling that this should have been attempted earlier. This is written in a very simple language so that anyone with basic English knowledge will find it easy to read. By providing both English and Tamil version of this book to children, they can compare and improve their skills in both the languages in addition to assimilating divine values. The books will also aid in shaping the character of an individual and help him hear his inner voice. A healthy mind at young age is capable of shaping the motherland collectively. To that extent, this is an investment to begin a personal and social transformation. This can be a treasure to the receiver when gifted. This book is meant for 1. Information seekers on Hindu Gods, divine persons and temples 2. Anyone and everyone of all ages interested in seeking basics of Hindu Religion 3. Hindu families in India and overseas 4. Preparing Young minds to adapt positively to all situations and circumstances 5. Foreign nationals visiting Hindu temples 6. Foreign travelers visiting Hindu temples in India 7. Foreign nationals looking for an introduction to Hindu Religion This book is an attempt to take everyone to the shore of the ocean called Hindu religion. To explore further deep into the abundant wealth and treasures inside that is left to individuals. This book is different from the rest as it is like a formal basic education; presentation arrangement is like getting elevated from the base. The author is a PG from IIT, Madras, India. This is a kindle eBook from Amazon and can be downloaded into any storage media like mobile, laptops, computers etc. Price is purposefully kept low and affordable. Contents No Description Page no 1. Religion and Region 9 2. Light and sound 10 3. Thirukkural 11 4. Essence of Hindu Religion 12 5. Hindu religious books 12 6. Classification of Hindu religious system 13 7. Prayers 14 8. Primary Gods of Hindu religion 18 9. Adisakthi – Supreme God 18 10. Ganesha – Complete Primary God 25 11. Brahma – Creator 26 12. Vishnu – Preserver 26 13. Siva – Destroyer 31 14. Lakshmi – Goddess of Wealth 38 15. Saraswathi – Goddess of Knowledge and Wisdom 40 16. Murugan – Tamil God 41 17. Hanuman 41 18. Naradar 43 19. Saints and gurus of Hindu religion 42 20. Symbols of Hindu religion 42 21. How to pray in a temple? 43 22. Feeling and realizing the God within 47 23. Estimated no of temples in India 47 24. Why should I make an effort to learn Sanskrit? 48 25. Major religions in India 48 26. My duty 49 27. Some of the references and web-links 49

The fourth edition of World Religions in America continues its lauded tradition of providing students with reliable and nuanced information about America's religious diversity, while also reflecting new developments and ideas. Each chapter was updated to reflect important changes and events, and current statistics and information. New features include a timeline of key events and people for each tradition, sidebars on major movements or controversies, personal stories from members of various faiths, a theme-based organization of subjects, more subheads, three new chapters exploring America's increasing religious diversity, and suggestions for further study.

Sri Ramakrishna is an ocean in whose heart the universe is nestled like an island. Awed by the expanse of infinite depth around, we in the universe constantly try to perceive this personality in our own way. Our perception is unique every time as is the knowledge we obtain thereby. Approaching Ramakrishna becomes our prayer to the supreme reality. Published by Advaita Ashrama, a publication house of Ramakrishna Math, Belur Math, India in commemoration of the 175th Birth Anniversary of Sri Ramakrishna.

The author believed he was a saved Christian and never doubted he was going to heaven. Recently, during a traumatic surgery that nearly killed him, God took him to hell to show him his true eternal destination. After surgery and during recovery, John started working with the Holy Spirit to understand why God sent him to visit hell. He realized it was because he hadn't wholeheartedly accepted the story of Jesus. Many of the Biblical Gospels never made sense to John and he couldn’t fully commit to Jesus. Read John’s story to find out how God worked in his life to identify the real authors of the Gospels and how this solidified his faith. Following this investigation, John committed 100% to Jesus. Apply the five-step process he describes to firm up your faith and eliminate your doubts in Jesus, just as he did.