The Temples of India : Guruvayur

by R RADHAKRISHNAN

Overview

In Hinduism, Temples were the focal point of life especially in the villages.

They were repositories of not just of the Hindu religion but of knowledge in general. That is why you fnd ancient temples with stories carved on thier walls.

Temples were places where people gathered at fixed times, interacted, discussed issues and built relationships.

Other than the smaller village temples there were well known large temples which saw people from far and near leading to an exchange of ideas and thoughts. Temples were often places of philosophical as well as relgious debates and discussions. There were cultural events and a lot of give and take, the temples were thus important in the spread of knowledge and culture.

This book is a small guide to the Sri Krishna Temple at Guruvayur which is probably the temple closest to the heart of the people of Kerala.

It is also a travelogue of the visits to this iconic temple town over the last five decades.

Full of phtographs, this book draws the reader in the travels of the author and is easy and fun to read.

Written simply and engagingly this is a book that makes for a quick glimpse of Guruvayur over the ages.

 

 

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Product Details

BN ID:	2940165262159
Publisher:	Radhakrishnan R
Publication date:	02/09/2021
Sold by:	Draft2Digital
Format:	eBook
File size:	8 MB

About the Author

An avid reader, a traveller who feels travel is its own reward the destination does not matter, Radhakrishnan spent years in traveling as part of his corporate job.

As long as he remembers he always wanted to write and would keep writing his thoughts and poems in scraps of paper, his notebooks or whatever he could lay his hands on.

Over the years as his job took him to different places many of these writings were misplaced and lost.  Off and on a few of them were shared with friends who kept encouraging him to write and publish.

During the pandemic he made the effort to collect a few of the poems he could trace and the current crop are selected from these and they range over a period of 30 years.

His experiences shaped I reflect him and the perceptions in his writings.

He now lives in the picturesque city of Cochin in Kerala with his wife and two kids.

Radhakrishnan, a seasoned traveler and storyteller, hails from Mumbai, India, and has explored various parts of the country during his three-decade-long career in a petroleum company. Being fluent in six languages has enabled him to connect with people and listen to their stories.

Passionate about narratives, Radhakrishnan has been exposed to a wide range of stories and their different versions throughout his travels, which significantly transformed his perspectives on life and India as a whole. His book, "Traveller's Tales Once upon a Time," set in the rapidly changing India of the 1970s, 1980s, and 1990s, offers captivating insights into a bygone era. With a delightful touch of humor and profound insight, these stories are sure to captivate and enchant readers.

Radhakrishnan's fascination with Indian mythology has led him to immerse himself in the ancient tales that have been passed down through generations. He heard these stories first from his parents and grandparents and later during encounters with many people during his journeys. These timeless stories embody the essence of India's soul, forming a living mythology in the ancient land. Radhakrishnan masterfully retells these tales, infusing simplicity and clarity while highlighting the invaluable life lessons they impart, lessons that remain relevant in the present day.

After retiring from Indian Oil, Radhakrishnan now dedicates his time fully to his passion for writing and traveling. His writing style is marked by simplicity, clarity, and empathy, effortlessly presenting complex ideas in concise and understandable ways. Occasionally, his emotions spill over, giving rise to stark and minimalist poetry, where profound thoughts and ideas are beautifully etched.

When not exploring India, Radhakrishnan lives in the picturesque coastal city of Cochin, Kerala, with his wife and two children. He maintains a blog titled radhawrites.com. Experience the artistry of Radhakrishnan's storytelling and embark on a journey through his vivid narratives, allowing yourself to be transported to the heart of India's diverse tapestry.