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Khandelwal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"75\" data-end=\"97\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"77\" data-end=\"90\"\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: N\/A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"98\" data-end=\"125\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"100\" data-end=\"108\"\u003eISBN\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9789382443186\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"126\" data-end=\"147\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"128\" data-end=\"139\"\u003eEdition\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2021\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"148\" data-end=\"177\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"150\" data-end=\"169\"\u003ePublishing Year\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2021\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"178\" data-end=\"196\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"180\" data-end=\"189\"\u003ePages\u003c\/strong\u003e: 508\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"197\" data-end=\"222\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"199\" data-end=\"209\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 625 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"223\" data-end=\"250\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"225\" data-end=\"236\"\u003eBinding\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hard Cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"251\" data-end=\"278\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"253\" data-end=\"264\"\u003ePacking\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hard Cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"279\" data-end=\"319\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"281\" data-end=\"295\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e: 14 cm x 22 cm x 4 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"321\" data-end=\"742\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"321\" data-end=\"339\"\u003eAbout the Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"339\" data-end=\"342\"\u003eThe \u003cem data-start=\"346\" data-end=\"359\"\u003eSaur Purana\u003c\/em\u003e is an Upapurana under the Brahma Purana and is known for its focus on the glory of Lord Shiva. This Purana is structured into 69 chapters and contains 3,899 verses. It is sometimes referred to as the \u003cem data-start=\"560\" data-end=\"575\"\u003eAditya Purana\u003c\/em\u003e, reflecting its solar connections and the central role of the Sun God, Surya. Despite its emphasis on Surya, the Purana is primarily dedicated to Shiva's greatness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"744\" data-end=\"1115\"\u003eThis text offers a detailed description of the methods and practices associated with worshipping Lord Shiva, especially those advocated by the Pasupata sect. The \u003cem data-start=\"906\" data-end=\"919\"\u003eSaur Purana\u003c\/em\u003e is considered a precursor to the \u003cem data-start=\"953\" data-end=\"971\"\u003eMahayeshwar Yoga\u003c\/em\u003e and presents a range of activities, including Vedic rituals, daily worship practices, and paths to liberation (\u003cem data-start=\"1083\" data-end=\"1090\"\u003eMukti\u003c\/em\u003e) through Shiva devotion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1117\" data-end=\"1176\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1117\" data-end=\"1137\"\u003eContent Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1137\" data-end=\"1140\"\u003eKey features of this Purana include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1178\" data-end=\"2122\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1178\" data-end=\"1285\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1180\" data-end=\"1197\"\u003eShiva's Glory\u003c\/strong\u003e: The Purana extensively highlights the divine qualities and significance of Lord Shiva.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1286\" data-end=\"1396\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1288\" data-end=\"1305\"\u003eRole of Surya\u003c\/strong\u003e: While Lord Surya plays a guiding role, the text is centered on promoting Shiva's worship.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1397\" data-end=\"1579\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1399\" data-end=\"1426\"\u003eShiva and Krishna Unity\u003c\/strong\u003e: The \u003cem data-start=\"1432\" data-end=\"1445\"\u003eSaur Purana\u003c\/em\u003e reflects a unique syncretic view of the relationship between Lord Shiva and Lord Krishna, highlighting mutual reverence and devotion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1580\" data-end=\"1761\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1582\" data-end=\"1602\"\u003eRitual Practices\u003c\/strong\u003e: The Purana describes various rituals, both obligatory and voluntary, focusing on worship methods in the context of Shiva devotion and the path to liberation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1762\" data-end=\"1962\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1764\" data-end=\"1786\"\u003eHistorical Context\u003c\/strong\u003e: Scholars speculate that the \u003cem data-start=\"1816\" data-end=\"1829\"\u003eSaur Purana\u003c\/em\u003e might have been written to counter the growing influence of Shiva critics, with a particular focus on the Pasupata sect's teachings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1963\" data-end=\"2122\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1965\" data-end=\"1993\"\u003eIntertextual Connections\u003c\/strong\u003e: Many verses from the \u003cem data-start=\"2016\" data-end=\"2029\"\u003eSaur Purana\u003c\/em\u003e find similarities with the \u003cem data-start=\"2057\" data-end=\"2070\"\u003eManu Smriti\u003c\/em\u003e, especially in chapters related to rituals and law.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2124\" data-end=\"2540\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2124\" data-end=\"2159\"\u003eSignificance of the Saur Purana\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2159\" data-end=\"2162\"\u003eThis Purana plays a crucial role in understanding the religious practices associated with Lord Shiva, particularly within the context of the Pasupata tradition. It also provides valuable insights into the philosophical debates and theological discussions of its time, especially in terms of the unity of different forms of worship and divine reverence between Shiva and Krishna.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2542\" data-end=\"2924\" data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2542\" data-end=\"2561\"\u003eTarget Audience\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2561\" data-end=\"2564\"\u003eThis book is ideal for scholars of Hinduism, students of Purāṇic literature, and spiritual seekers interested in the practices of the Pasupata sect and the worship of Lord Shiva. Those interested in understanding the syncretic views of early Hinduism, particularly the integration of different deities like Shiva and Krishna, will also find this text valuable.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vijay Kumar Govindram Hasanand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49608672149808,"sku":"DRG.VijayKumarGovindramHasanand_9789382443186","price":765.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/9968\/4144\/files\/vijay-kumar-govindram-hasanand-book-default-title-saurapuranam-40391430570288.webp?v=1775968780","url":"https:\/\/www.retailmaharaj.com\/products\/saurapuranam-1","provider":"Retail Maharaj","version":"1.0","type":"link"}