Krishna Steals the Parijata: Parijataharana

Book Detail

• Author: Harsha V. Dehejia
• Brand: D.K. Print World Ltd
• Binding: Paperback
• Number Of Pages: 52
• Release Date: 01-04-2015
• EAN: 9788124608043
• Package Dimensions: 13.7 x 9.5 x 0.2 inches
• Languages: English

Description:

Krishna Steals the Parijata (Parijataharana) is a visually rich and scholarly exploration of the mythological episode where Krishna forcefully takes the Parijata tree from Indra's celestial abode. Edited by Harsha V. Dehejia, this book brings together multiple perspectives on this legendary event, supplemented by exquisite paintings that depict the tale in various artistic traditions.

The book includes:

• Christopher R. Austin’s account, relating the event to citations from the Mahabharata and Harivamsha, focusing on Krishna’s efforts to appease Satyabhama by fulfilling her desire for the celestial Parijata.
• Mahendra Kumar Mishra’s take based on Sarala Mahabharata, presenting a slightly different narrative while retaining the same core characters.
• Narmada Prasad Upadyaya’s Hindi narrative, interpreting the event as Krishna breaking Indra’s arrogance by taking the tree.
• Harsha V. Dehejia’s visual narrative, where the paintings themselves tell the story, offering an artistic and pictorial exploration of the episode.

The book masterfully combines literary and artistic traditions, making it an essential read for mythology enthusiasts, art lovers, and scholars of Indian epics.

Author Details:

Harsha V. Dehejia is a renowned scholar of Indian art, mythology, and aesthetics. His work often focuses on Krishna’s life and artistic representations, blending historical, philosophical, and artistic narratives to create comprehensive studies of Indian cultural traditions.