{"product_id":"kurmapuranam-1","title":"कूर्मपुराणम्  Kurmapuranam","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"16\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"16\"\u003eBook Detail:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"18\" data-end=\"330\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"18\" data-end=\"43\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"20\" data-end=\"29\"\u003eTitle\u003c\/strong\u003e: कूर्मपुराण\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"44\" data-end=\"79\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"46\" data-end=\"56\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/strong\u003e: डॉ महेश चन्द्र जोशी\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"138\" data-end=\"159\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"140\" data-end=\"151\"\u003eEdition\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2024\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"160\" data-end=\"189\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"162\" data-end=\"181\"\u003ePublishing Year\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2024\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"190\" data-end=\"208\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"192\" data-end=\"201\"\u003ePages\u003c\/strong\u003e: 906\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"209\" data-end=\"249\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"211\" data-end=\"225\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e: 26 cm x 25 cm x 2 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"250\" data-end=\"276\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"252\" data-end=\"263\"\u003eBinding\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hardcover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"277\" data-end=\"303\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"279\" data-end=\"290\"\u003ePacking\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hardcover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"304\" data-end=\"330\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"306\" data-end=\"316\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1375 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"332\" data-end=\"873\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"332\" data-end=\"350\"\u003eAbout the Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"350\" data-end=\"353\"\u003eThe \u003cem data-start=\"357\" data-end=\"369\"\u003eKurm Puran\u003c\/em\u003e is a significant text in the Purāṇic literature and is regarded as one of the 18 Mahāpurāṇas. It is said to have been initially composed in four sections: Brahmi, Bhagwati, Saura, and Vaishnavi, each with a unique focus. The present edition primarily focuses on the Brahmi section, which contains approximately 6,000 shlokas. This Purāna holds immense importance, comparable to the Vedas, in its teachings related to the creation of the world, the cosmic order, and the various deities and philosophies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"875\" data-end=\"1212\"\u003eThe \u003cem data-start=\"879\" data-end=\"891\"\u003eKurm Puran\u003c\/em\u003e is considered to have been a source of spiritual wisdom, offering divine knowledge about cosmic laws, moral teachings, and the path to salvation. It is believed that by hearing, reciting, or contemplating the verses of the \u003cem data-start=\"1115\" data-end=\"1127\"\u003eKurm Puran\u003c\/em\u003e, an individual attains wealth, fame, and ultimately liberation (moksha) after death.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1214\" data-end=\"1564\"\u003eThis edition of the \u003cem data-start=\"1234\" data-end=\"1246\"\u003eKurm Puran\u003c\/em\u003e is a modern publication by Dr. Mahesh Chandra Joshi, providing both the original text and insightful commentary, enabling readers to understand the profound spiritual messages contained within. The book is ideal for scholars, devotees, and those interested in exploring the core teachings of ancient Hindu scriptures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1566\" data-end=\"1671\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1566\" data-end=\"1586\"\u003eContent Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1586\" data-end=\"1589\"\u003eThe \u003cem data-start=\"1593\" data-end=\"1605\"\u003eKurm Puran\u003c\/em\u003e is rich in its content and covers a variety of topics, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1673\" data-end=\"2335\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1673\" data-end=\"1803\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1675\" data-end=\"1701\"\u003eCreation and Cosmology\u003c\/strong\u003e: The origins of the universe and the roles played by deities like Vishnu in maintaining cosmic order.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1804\" data-end=\"1917\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1806\" data-end=\"1833\"\u003ePhilosophical Teachings\u003c\/strong\u003e: The significance of rituals, devotion, and understanding the laws of the universe.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1918\" data-end=\"2043\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1920\" data-end=\"1944\"\u003eMythological Stories\u003c\/strong\u003e: Tales involving the Kurma (tortoise) avatar of Lord Vishnu and other legends related to creation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2044\" data-end=\"2193\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2046\" data-end=\"2077\"\u003ePath to Liberation (Moksha)\u003c\/strong\u003e: The ways in which an individual can attain spiritual liberation through knowledge, devotion, and righteous living.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2194\" data-end=\"2335\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2196\" data-end=\"2213\"\u003eDeity Worship\u003c\/strong\u003e: Descriptions of various deities and their roles in cosmic and human life, focusing on Vishnu, Shiva, and other key gods.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2337\" data-end=\"2789\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2337\" data-end=\"2369\"\u003eImportance of the Kurm Puran\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2369\" data-end=\"2372\"\u003eThe \u003cem data-start=\"2376\" data-end=\"2388\"\u003eKurm Puran\u003c\/em\u003e is highly revered for its ability to bring spiritual benefits and for its philosophical depth. It is believed that reciting or listening to its verses can lead to prosperity, health, fame, and spiritual liberation. This purāṇa serves as an essential guide for understanding the foundational principles of Hinduism, particularly regarding cosmology, deity worship, and the ultimate goal of liberation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2791\" data-end=\"3035\"\u003eThe work is not just a mythological text but also provides deep insights into ethical living, social duties, and the philosophical underpinnings of existence. The inclusion of rituals and prayers makes it practical for daily spiritual practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3037\" data-end=\"3551\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3037\" data-end=\"3067\"\u003eSignificance in Publishing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3067\" data-end=\"3070\"\u003eThe \u003cem data-start=\"3074\" data-end=\"3086\"\u003eKurm Puran\u003c\/em\u003e has seen various publications over the years, beginning with its first publication by the Venkateshwar Press in Mumbai. It has since been translated and published in various languages, with notable versions released by prestigious presses like Kalyan, Chowkhamba Vidyabhawan, and the Hindi Sahitya Sammelan. 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