"The Mahabharata Vol. 4: Book 14" translated by Kisari Mohan Ganguli delves deeper into the rich tapestry of the epic Mahabharata, one of the most revered texts in Indian mythology. In this volume, readers are introduced to a pivotal segment of the epic, where the great war of Kurukshetra reaches its climax. Kisari Mohan Ganguli's masterful translation brings to life the intricate narratives, moral dilemmas, and profound teachings that permeate the Mahabharata. As readers delve into Book 14, they are transported to the battlefield where warriors from both sides engage in fierce battles, displaying their valor, skills, and unwavering dedication to their respective causes. This volume reveals the epic struggle between righteousness and vice, delving into the complex emotions, ethical quandaries, and deep-seated philosophies that shape the destiny of the characters. Ganguli's translation captures the essence of the original Sanskrit text, offering readers an opportunity to explore the intricacies of human nature, divine intervention, and the consequences of one's actions. "The Mahabharata Vol. 4: Book 14" serves as a window into the grandeur and depth of the Mahabharata, weaving together themes of duty, honor, love, and sacrifice. Kisari Mohan Ganguli's translation presents readers with a transformative reading experience, inviting them to reflect on the timeless wisdom and profound teachings encapsulated within this ancient epic.

"The Mahabharata Vol. 4: Books 16, 17, and 18" translated by Kisari Mohan Ganguli offer a comprehensive exploration of the epic Mahabharata, one of the most revered texts in Indian mythology. This collection of books covers the latter portion of the great epic, delving into significant events, intricate narratives, and profound teachings. Within these volumes, readers are taken on a transformative journey through the final chapters of the Mahabharata, witnessing the aftermath of the Kurukshetra war and the subsequent resolution of the epic saga. Kisari Mohan Ganguli's expert translation captures the essence of the original Sanskrit text, allowing readers to fully immerse themselves in the profound wisdom, ethical dilemmas, and divine interventions depicted in these books. In Books 16, 17, and 18, readers encounter pivotal moments, including the coronation of Yudhishthira as the king, the renunciation of worldly attachments by various characters, and the final journey of the Pandavas towards the heavenly abode. These books delve into philosophical discourses, moral teachings, and reflections on the nature of life, death, and the ultimate purpose of human existence. "The Mahabharata Vol. 4: Books 16, 17, and 18" provides a captivating conclusion to the epic tale, offering readers timeless wisdom and moral teachings that continue to resonate across generations.

The Apocalypse of Enoch and Bhuśunda The Apocalypse of Enoch and Bhuśunda challenges the underlying assumptions of the classical roots of civilization by restoring the original context of creation mythology. In this second volume of A Chronology of the Primeval Gods and the Western Sunrise, ancient myths from multiple geographies are correlated to spikes in cosmic rays over the past 120,000 years – as documented in ice core data. The chronology and content of these myths tell us that the primary forces behind these cataclysms were the most ancient gods - hyper-nova at the Galactic Center associated with Sgr A*(The Dragon), Sgr West (The Beast) and Sgr East (Hiranyâksha and Hiranyakas'ipu), with secondary supernova seen as the birth of new, destructive gods. Ancient myth has documented the cataclysmic destruction of the world on at least twenty occasions with four major geo-polar migrations, which has resulted in a shift of the earth’s equator on at least one occasion. Multiple myths are shown to represent a view of the sky that can only be seen from the Antarctic region. Multiple versions of the myths of Orion are analyzed, showing clear linkages between the Vedic myth of Trisanku, the Book of Genesis, Senmut's Tomb, and the myths of Prajāpati Daksa representing the oldest version of the Orion myth – older than Trishanku and Genesis by 20,000 years! The stunning conclusion explains how the “Watchers” of Enoch were the Vedic descendants of Ila and Iksvaku. These descendants of the seventh Manu had been observing and recording the stars as a source of cataclysm for at least 15,000 years prior to Enoch, thus allowing Enoch to prophesize a ‘new heaven.’ That prophecy became the foundation for St John’s Book of Revelations, which is shown to be a description of a series of cataclysms attributed to Sgr West. The book offers a new theory for explaining geo-polar migration. That theory suggests small shifts in the location of the earth’s center of gravity underlie each migration, but that there are multiple causes for the shifts.

“Slender lady, I came out with you to gather fruit. I got a pain in my head and fell asleep in your lap. Then I saw a terrible darkness and a mighty person. If you know, then tell me - was it my dream? Or was what I saw real?” So speaks Satyavat, newly rescued from the god of death by Savitri, his faithful wife, at the heart of one of the best loved stories in Indian literature. This, and other well known narratives, including a version of Rama's story, bring the Forest Book of the great Sanskrit epic, the Maha·bhárata, to its compelling conclusion. Woven into the main narrative of the Pandavas’ exile, these disparate episodes indicate the range and poetic power of the Maha·bhárata as a whole—a power that has the potential to speak to common human concerns across cultures and centuries. “The Forest” is Book Three of the Maha·bhárata, “The Great Book of India.” This final quarter of the account of the Pándavas’ twelve-year exile in the forest contains four stirring stories that are among the best known in Indian literature. From a hero overcoming great odds, to a virtuous wife who rescues her family, and Indra tricking Karna, and Yudhi·shthira’s victory in the verbal contest with the tree spirit, these stories speak to common human concerns across cultures and centuries. Co-published by New York University Press and the JJC Foundation For more on this title and other titles in the Clay Sanskrit series, please visit http://www.claysanskritlibrary.org