Lord Shiv and Family

About the Book

For the first time Vishnu and Lakshmi Sahasranama (one thousand names) have been written in English rhyme. Lord Vishnu is the God of sustenance, the rajsik lord, personifying the embodiment of kingly qualities. Vishnu Sahasranama is Pithamah Bhishma’s katha—another great work found in Anushasana Parva of Mahabharat, written by Sage Vyas, the extraordinary author of Mahabharat, Puranas, and various Stotras. ऩूतात्मा ऩरमात्मा च मुक्तानाां ऩरमा गततिः । अव्ययिः ऩुरुषिः साक्षी क्षेत्रज्ञोऽक्षर एव च ॥ १५ ॥ Pure Self, untainted by karma - good or bad they be, Pure Atma, the Parmatma - The Supreme Soul surely, For whom there no other guiding or superior soul be, He who the ultimate salvation of every freed being be. Goddess Lakshmi is the goddess of wealth and prosperity (material and spiritual). Lakshmi Sahasranama describes the qualities of Goddess Lakshmi and helps humanity in understanding Her better. Salutation to Her who keeps on travelling—Glory! Salutation to Her who endless, forever be—Glory! Salutation to Her who makes others happy—Glory! Salutation to the daughter of Nandagopa—Glory!

About the Author

The unique work of Munindra (Munnan) Misra in English rhyme on Hinduism and Hindu culture, provides the global English reader, an understanding of the Sanatan Dharma (Hindu culture). His works peep into the heart and expression of this fascinating belief system and makes it easy to comprehend and appreciate. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the Sanatan Dharma or Hindu culture, to the English-speaking Hindu population and anyone studying religion and culture. Misra was honored with a badge and awarded “Top Viewed Author Award” by Knol – A unit of knowledge of Google in 2011.