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Mystical Stories from the Mahabharata: Twenty Timeless Lessons in Wisdom and Virtue

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This collection of stories from the Mahabharata makes for great reading! Unlike most modern page-turners, this one is based on ancient stories that include elements of magic and mysticism that go beyond even that found in today's fantasy and science fiction genres. Yet there is an unmistakable moral to each story that inspires the reader to look within and take his own measure. It's both inspiring and really fun to read, so much so that my older children loved it. Mystical Stories from the Mahabharata brought us a lot of joy; we highly recommend it!

The main story of the Mahabharata is of the Pandava princes and their eventual victory over evil with the help of Krishna. But the Mahabharata is full of many smaller stories, generally told by various characters to illustrate a moral, spiritual, or philosophical point. This book tells some of those stories in a delightful and exciting way, so that modern readers can easily relish this ancient classic of India. It's great for both children and adults.

"Mystical Stories from the Mahabharata" is Amala Bhakta's latest hot set of tales from ancient India. He's chosen 20 gripping tales of adventure with purpose: to convey the long lost morality, heroism, wisdom and virtue that only the spiritual yogis and great kings of ancient India can deliver- and with a punch, because instead of telling us how to live, the characters in these stories live lives so noble and meaningful we have only to enjoy the story and our minds are automatically pushed into transcendence. This book a must for persons who are pursuing yoga and want to know what is it's background. This book is imperative to read for those who are exploring human sexuality and want to understand the divine characteristics and pastimes of the angels and devas of the higher planets. A warrior gains yogic powers to be invincible in battle. A spiritually-empowered woman curses a rapist to die. An old yogi renews his body through mystic power. A conversation between two queens about the secrets powers of womanhood. The stories in this new collection awaken our eternal inner search for the divine.

Imagine a book of short stories that combine the wonders of Science fiction and fantasy genres and yet whose core is a very clear and moral message similar to the best of fables? The author accomplishes this in a fun and very addicting way. I highly recommend this series for the parent who would like something wholesome and fun to read to their children at night. These stories are bound to inspire them to be heroes and warriors dedicated to good and honorable actions. Indeed, expecting only a good story or two out of these I came away with a loving relationship with GOD! I promise that if you purchase one of these books you won't be able to resist buying the others as well.

The illustrations leap off the page as does the poetry of the language. Bejewelled and virtuous women, strong and manly and spiritual men, powerful demons, selfless sacrifices, and a revenge that lasts for three stories. Potent stuff with wonderful truths.