{"product_id":"bibartaner-dharay-shib-o-shiblinga","title":"Bibartaner Dharay Shib O Shiblinga","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor\u003c\/strong\u003e: অশোক রায় (Ashok Ray)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenre\u003c\/strong\u003e: Bibidha (Miscellaneous)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eISBN\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9788177567311\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePages\u003c\/strong\u003e: 334\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 499 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSummary\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003eIn Indian society, \u003cstrong\u003eShiva\u003c\/strong\u003e, the supreme deity, has been worshipped in the form of \u003cstrong\u003eLingam\u003c\/strong\u003e since ancient times. This book explores the history and scientific exploration of this worship. \u003cstrong\u003eShiva\u003c\/strong\u003e is described as simple, unadorned, and ritual-free, a deity untouched by any impurity. He is often seen as a wandering ascetic, associated with ghosts, spirits, and the cremation grounds. This contrast to other deities is significant, and the book discusses how these characteristics reflect different social perspectives. The book also delves into the symbolism of the \u003cstrong\u003eJyotirlinga\u003c\/strong\u003e, its ancient history, and the scholarly analysis of this sacred object.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book covers various elements associated with Shiva, such as \u003cstrong\u003eVibhuti\u003c\/strong\u003e (ash), \u003cstrong\u003eJata\u003c\/strong\u003e (hair), \u003cstrong\u003eBengal tiger skin\u003c\/strong\u003e, the \u003cstrong\u003emoon\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eserpent\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eRudraksha beads\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eSiddhi\u003c\/strong\u003e, and even \u003cstrong\u003eGanja\u003c\/strong\u003e. The author explains the significance of these materials in the context of Shiva's worship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe journey of Shiva's evolution from the early form of \u003cstrong\u003eRudra\u003c\/strong\u003e to the present-day \u003cstrong\u003eBhole Baba\u003c\/strong\u003e is explored in a continuous narrative. The book is not limited to just religious or social interpretations; it is enriched with various images of \u003cstrong\u003eShiva Lingas\u003c\/strong\u003e found across India. These images are accompanied by an explanation of the different types of Shiva Lingas in one chapter. The book concludes with a scholarly discussion on the purpose and outcomes of worshipping the \u003cstrong\u003eShiva Lingam\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAshok Ray\u003c\/strong\u003e was born in \u003cstrong\u003e1952\u003c\/strong\u003e in \u003cstrong\u003eKolkata\u003c\/strong\u003e. He is a retired \u003cstrong\u003eGeochemist\u003c\/strong\u003e from the \u003cstrong\u003eGeological Survey of India\u003c\/strong\u003e. His notable research works include books like \u003cstrong\u003e'Shalagram Shila'r Sandhane\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e'Bibartaner Dharay Shib O Shiblinga'\u003c\/strong\u003e. He has been awarded the \u003cstrong\u003eUmaprasad Smriti Puraskar\u003c\/strong\u003e by the \u003cstrong\u003eAshutosh Mukherjee Memorial Committee\u003c\/strong\u003e. Besides his academic career, he has a passion for \u003cstrong\u003etraveling\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ephotography\u003c\/strong\u003e, winning several awards in international photography competitions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is a comprehensive and detailed study of the evolution of \u003cstrong\u003eShiva\u003c\/strong\u003e and his symbolism in Hindu worship, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in the deep cultural, religious, and historical aspects of \u003cstrong\u003eShiva\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eShiva Lingam\u003c\/strong\u003e worship.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ananda Publishers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49511499825456,"sku":"AnandaPublishers_9788177567311","price":540.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/9968\/4144\/files\/ananda-publishers-book-default-title-bibartaner-dharay-shib-o-shiblinga-40106850746672.jpg?v=1775958654","url":"https:\/\/www.retailmaharaj.com\/products\/bibartaner-dharay-shib-o-shiblinga","provider":"Retail Maharaj","version":"1.0","type":"link"}