Have you faced this that you want to read ancient scriptures but you know the complex explainations, long stories and more particularly the language become a big hindrance for you?
I have always been attracted to dogs and animals, and knowing they are loved by Mahakal or Pashupati Nath who is a part of Shiva or Shiva, always intrigues me to learn more about him. Even though I am an agnostic still and exploring which sanatan dharma encourages us to, the aura and energy of Mahadev make me transcend into something beautiful I cannot describe. Thus, when I came across this Retelling of one of the sacred texts of Sanatan Dharma - Shiva Purana, I had to buy and read it as it was mentioned that its written in simplified words and yes, truly it is!
It makes this ancient scripture accessible without losing its depth. The book is divided into clear sections—like Vidyesvara Samhita, which explains creation, time, and the symbolism of devotion, and Rudra Samhita, which narrates emotional and powerful stories of Sati, Parvati, and Shiva’s cosmic balance of creation and destruction including birth of various divine figures and their live's events. Each story is explained in simple words while still highlighting deeper truths of karma, liberation, and devotion.
While reading these stories and texts, some of which we have heard from our elder family members or read elsewhere but many new ones I got to know from this book and thus it felt profound! Even there are pcitures shared and the short chapters make it easy to capture. These insights guided me through spiritual wisdom without being overwhelming.
Finally in simlle words, this compilation bridges tradition with modern clarity beautifully. I think all readers even beginners of english language and seekers of Mahadeva will truly find this book as a gem! This is part 1, I eagerly want to read the next parts for sure! It’s available on Amazon.