Living Virgin Goddess Kumari


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On religious life and customs of Nepal.




Goddess Durga and Sacred Female Power


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"Amazzone's voice is strong and clear. Goddess Durga promises the transformation, empowerment, and dignity that is our birthright."--Marisa Tomei, Academy Award-winning actor.




From Goddess to Mortal


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Autobiography of the author who was worshipped as virgin goddess from 1984-1991, in Nepal.




The Living Goddess


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A compassionate and illuminating enquiry into the reclusive Himalayan country of Nepal and its famous Living Goddess. Written after twelve years of research, this book is emotionally engaging and deeply felt.




The enchanted world of Kumari


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On the traditional worship of Kumari by the King of Nepal.




Companion of God


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A collection of inspirational words of wisdom from one of the first female spiritual leaders.




Kali


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"Never before in print have I seen Her brought to life with such passion and truth. Harding brings Mother Kali to everyone who sees her path".




Himalayan Voices


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Himalayan Voices provides admirers of Nepal and lovers of literature with their first glimpse of the vibrant literary scene in Nepal today. An introduction to the two most developed genres of modern Nepali literature-poetry and the short story-this work profiles eleven of Nepal`s most distinguished poets and offers translations of more than eighty poems written from 1916 to 1986. Twenty of the most interesting and best-known examples of the Nepali short story are translated into English for the first time by Michael Hutt. All provide vivid descriptions of Life in twentieth-century Nepal. This book should appeal not only to admires of Nepal, but to all readers with an interest in non-Western literatures.




Siddhi


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Siddhi means self-discovery in the highest sense of the term—the seeker's realization of oneness with God. This book attempts to deal with the practical aspects of Siddhi. Drawing heavily from the Vedic and Upanishadic texts, it presents an illuminating analysis of how one can realise the Absolute. It explains in detail the great five elements, sadhana, Mahakala, kama, Brahma Jnan, tantra, time, astrology, role of intoxicants in Siddhi, and Kundalini. It also offers some hints and clues that reveal the pathway to God-realisation.




Whence the Goddesses


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