Hindu Altars: A Pop-up Gallery of Traditional Art and Wisdom

By Tad Wise

The newest in a series of ingenious pop-up titles devoted to the great Eastern religions, Hindu Altars dazzles with brilliant illustrations and the exceptional effect of pop-up displays. The 3-D altars are accompanied by brief descriptions of each deity, along with mantras for use in meditation. The reader's spiritual journey is assisted by Lakshmi (who increases abundance and purity), Shiva Nataraja (who clarifies one's vision and eradicates misconceptions), Durga (who protects one from fear), and Ganesha (who bestows wisdom and courage for future endeavors). Whether interested in Hindu altars or a divine voyage, this gorgeous book provides readers with a captivating and unique guide.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1577315790
• ISBN13: 9781577315797
• Release Date: October 2007
• Publisher: New World Library
• Length: 4 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 6.5" x 1.3" x 8.3"

Customer Reviews

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I saw this “Portable Alters” and had to buy it. It adds to the visualization and can be used as a portable altar. However, I find it quite fragile for constant use. Be careful at first while popping this pop-up. The alters include: Laksbmi Shiva Nataraja Durga Ganesha They could make a few more editions for the other left-out deities. Now it makes a great coffee table centerpiece. For those planning on a tad more depth, as using this as a focal point, the descriptions are excessively brief, and I suggest that the user also read “The Complete Idiot's Guide to Hinduism.” Further reading The Complete Idiot's Guide to Hinduism Peter Brook's The Mahabharata