श्रीवायु महापुराणम् Srivayu Mahapuranam

Book Detail

• By: Dr. Sudhakar Malviya
• Subject: Puran
• Edition: 2024
• Publishing Year: 2024
• Packing: 2 Volumes
• Pages: 1730
• Dimensions: 25.5 CM X 19 CM
• Weight: 2065 g
• Binding: Hard Cover

Description

The Vayumahapurana, presented by Dr. Sudhakar Malviya, is a significant text in the genre of Puranas that delves deeply into the cosmological and spiritual elements of Hinduism. The Purana is a vast scripture, rich in narratives and teachings that encompass the creation, sustenance, and destruction of the universe. The text is divided into several chapters, each focusing on key aspects of creation, mythology, and the principles of the universe.

The Vayumahapurana is intricately structured into two main parts: Purvārddha (First Half) and Uttārddha (Second Half), further divided into four Pādas. These sections describe different processes such as the creation of the universe (Sṛṣṭi), the cycles of the world (Manvantaras), the genealogies of gods and sages, and various rituals and practices central to Hinduism.

In particular, the Purvārddha consists of descriptions of the creation and maintenance of the universe, the cosmic elements, the cycles of the Manvantaras, and the genealogies of significant figures. The Uttārddha focuses on rituals, ancestral worship (Śrāddha), the nature of various sages, planetary systems, and the cosmic importance of various sacred rivers in India, along with their spiritual significance.

The Vayumahapurana explores several mythological stories, including the creation of the Mahādeva's body, the sacred origins of Ganga and Yamuna, and other important spiritual concepts. It also discusses the rituals of worship, including the significance of Śrāddha and the rituals surrounding ancestral homage.

Additionally, the Purana gives a detailed account of the geographical and cultural unity of India, from the Himalayas to the southernmost part of the subcontinent, depicting rivers, mountains, and sacred sites in great detail. It highlights the sacredness of India's land and emphasizes its connection with the divine through nature and ritual.

Through Dr. Sudhakar Malviya's rendition of this text, readers gain access to the spiritual wisdom and the cosmological theories that form the bedrock of ancient Indian thought, further enriched by detailed expositions on Hindu cosmology, mythology, and spiritual practices.