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Best Topical Books on Hinduism

Chosen books on various topics related to Hinduism, categorized and serialized according to preference, with a short introduction on each book and the option to compare prices offered by leading online retailers.

The Complete Illustrated Guide To Ayurveda

The Complete Illustrated Guide to Ayurveda by Gopi Warrier and Deepika Gunawant is true to its name. Here's the full review of the book.

The Hindu Mind: Fundamentals of Hindu Religion

This wonderful handbook to Hindu history, beliefs and practices by Bansi Pandit is a priceless treasure trove of practical information.

Top 10 Books on Hinduism Basics

Here's a selection of good books on Hinduism basics suitable for beginners: 'Hinduism: Beliefs & Practices' By Jeaneane Fowler, 'Dancing With Siva: Hinduism's Contemporary Catechism' By Satguru Sivaya Subramuniyaswami...more

Top 10 Books on the Bhagavad-Gita

The Bhagavad Gita is universally regarded as the single most influential philosophical text shaping spiritual thought and life. There are several good translation and commentaries available. Here're the top 10.

Top 6 Books by Sri Aurobindo

Here's a selection of good books written by the great Hindu sage, scholar, poet and guru, Sri Aurobindo Ghose.

Top 5 Books on Ayurveda

Here's a selection of good books on Ayurveda suitable for all concerned with well-being.

Top 5 Ganesha Storybooks

Here's a selection of wonderful books on Lord Ganesha, the elephant-faced Hindu deity.

Top 4 Baby Name Books

Who needs a baby name book? You can only answer this when you have a newborn yourself. They are helpful! In today’s global society, naming babies has assumed great importance. Finding an easy to pronounce, meaningful name that is rooted in your own cultural heritage and yet unique is not easy. Perhaps these books can make your task easy...

Top 7 Diwali Books for Children

A selection of some colorful books for children on "Diwali" - the greatest festival of the Hindus celebrated across the world.

Top 5 Books on India’s Saint Mothers

Among the most respected Holy Mothers of India are Sri Sarada Devi, Anandamayi Ma, the Mother of Auroville, and Mata Amritanandamayi, popularly know as Amma. Here’s a selection of books that bring out the greatness of character and spiritual wisdom of these woman gurus revered the world over.

Top 6 Books on Hindu Marriage

This selection of books covers a wide range of topics relating to Hindu marriage in ancient and contemporary India. From religion, history, mythology and anthropology to law, culture, tradition, customs and rituals, these interesting and useful works reveal the many facets of the bond between man and woman in the Hindu way.

Top 6 Books on the Ramayana

A selection of transliterations and interpretations of the remarkable epic - "Ramayana".

Top 3 Yantra Books

The Yantra is a set of tantrik tools that consist of ‘power diagrams’, which let you embark on “the spiritual journey of return to the primordial center, and ultimately to perceive the unity of self and cosmos.” Here’re a few good books for Yantra enthusiasts.
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