Les belles promesses

Pierre Lemaitre

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Do you wish to instill in your children the timeless values and teachings found in the Hindu Puranas, while helping them stay connected to the rich traditions of the Indian way of life?

Are you looking for a meaningful way to introduce the children of the Indian Diaspora to the ideals of righteous living, as upheld in our ancient scriptures

If so, this book is just what you need. It serves as a gentle guide, offering stories filled with wisdom, culture, and ethics that can shape young minds and strengthen their roots in Indian heritage

Read on, and let these stories become a part of your family's journey

In the hallowed corridors of Ancient Indian mythology lie figures whose moral complexity transcends the simplistic dichotomy of good and evil. The book "Of Heroes and Villains" delves into the labyrinthine psyches of ten extraordinary characters from the Mahabharata and Srimad Bhagavatam, whose lives illuminate the ineffable nature of dharma and human frailty

Witness the sublime love of Nalan and Damayanti—their devotion tested by divine jealousy and mortal weakness—a romance that defies celestial intervention and earthly tribulation alike. Follow the transformation of Ashwatthama from revered warrior to eternal wanderer, condemned to bear the weight of vengeance's bitter aftermath through countless millennia

Journey with King Nahushan as pride transmutes merit into monstrosity, and observe the indomitable will of Sage Vishwamitra, whose metamorphosis from king to rishi unveils the transcendent power of perseverance against cosmic odds

The Machiavellian machinations of Shakuni reveal how personal grievance can catalyze catastrophic war, while Sage Agasthya's miraculous feats demonstrate the sublime potential that dwells within ascetic discipline

Marvel at the unwavering devotion of young Prahladan and the awe-inspiring manifestation of Narasimha Avataram—a testament to divine intervention when Dharma stands imperiled

The celestial wanderings of Sage Narada offer glimpses into the sublime orchestration of universal events, while Parashurama's righteous fury exemplifies the razor's edge between justice and vengeance

The tale of Vrithrasuran illuminates the profound truth that even demons may harbor seeds of divinity

Within these pages, the eternal dance of Dharma and Adharma continues, inviting you to witness its timeless choreography anew

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