Bharater Sadhika-Baidik Theke Bartaman (Bengali Version)

Book Details

• Author: Barnali Roy

• Publisher: Shabdo Prokashon

• Language: Bengali

• Binding: Hard Cover

• Illustrator: Suprasanna Kundu

• Pages: 224

📖 About the Book

Bharater Sadhika-Baidik Theke Bartaman takes readers on a captivating journey through the spiritual evolution of female ascetics in India, spanning from the Vedic period to the present day. India, renowned as the land of spirituality, has been home to countless ascetics, some of whom have renounced worldly attachments, while others have embraced a life of detachment while still dwelling in the household.

This book delves deep into the lives and practices of female ascetics across different spiritual traditions, from Shaiva, Shakta, and Vaishnava to Baul, Shunyavadi, and Naga. It highlights the invisible yet powerful role of these women who, in the shadows, have pursued their spiritual journeys and contributed to the rich tapestry of India’s spiritual heritage.

The book explores:

• Female ascetics who have followed different paths of spirituality, engaging in diverse practices that have remained largely hidden from mainstream attention

• The significant spiritual contributions of women in Vedic and post-Vedic times, showing how they have influenced the spiritual landscape of India

• An exploration of the life stories, realizations, and spiritual practices of notable female ascetics in Bengal and India

• The intersection of gender and spirituality, and how female ascetics have navigated their spiritual journeys in a patriarchal society

• The legacy of women in spiritual traditions, including how they have continued their sadhana through centuries, shaping India’s spiritual fabric

Illustrated by Suprasanna Kundu, the artwork brings life to the mystical and sacred nature of the book, offering a visual connection to the deep spiritual practices of these women.

Bharater Sadhika-Baidik Theke Bartaman is a tribute to the unsung women of India’s spiritual history and is perfect for readers interested in spirituality, women’s history, and the hidden legacies of ascetic traditions.