Hindu Religious Books in Malayalam
Some important Hindu religious books available in Malayalam
include:
Bhagavad Gita: The Bhagavad Gita is a 700-verse Hindu
scripture that is part of the Indian epic Mahabharata. It is a sacred text of
the Hindu religion and is in the form of a dialogue between Prince Arjuna and
the god Krishna, who serves as his charioteer.
Ramayana: The Ramayana is one of the two major Sanskrit
epics of ancient India, the other being the Mahabharata. It is an ancient
Indian epic poem which narrates the struggle of the divine prince Rama to
rescue his wife Sita from the demon king Ravana. The Ramayana has been adapted
into various forms in many languages, including Malayalam.
Mahabharata: The Mahabharata is one of the two major
Sanskrit epics of ancient India, the other being the Ramayana. It narrates the
story of the Kurukshetra War and the fates of the Kaurava and the Pandava
princes. It also contains philosophical and devotional material, such as the
Bhagavad Gita.
Puranas: The Puranas are ancient Hindu texts that contain narratives of the history of the universe, creation, and the genealogies of gods, goddesses, kings, and heroes. Some of the popular Puranas include Vishnu Purana, Shiva Purana, Bhagavata Purana, etc., and many of them are available in Malayalam translations. Bhagavatam is widely read in temples and sacred places.
Upanishads: The Upanishads are ancient Sanskrit texts that
contain some of the central philosophical concepts and ideas of Hinduism. They
form the basis for much of the later Hindu philosophy. Translations and
interpretations of various Upanishads are available in Malayalam.
Dharma Shastras: Dharma Shastras are ancient texts that
provide guidelines on moral, ethical, and legal duties according to Hinduism.
Some prominent Dharma Shastras include Manusmriti, Yajnavalkya Smriti, and
Narada Smriti.
These are just a few examples, and there are many more Hindu religious books and scriptures available in Malayalam for those interested in exploring the rich spiritual heritage of Hinduism.