Books

Free Publications/Downloads

1. Swaha Puja Checklist [FREE]

The Swaha Puja Checklist was designed to aid in the preparations for Puja. It was developed and sanctioned by the Swaha Dharma Sansad (Pundits Body) under the guidance of the Paramacharya Shri Pt. Hardeo Persad. The document can be read online below or downloaded here (click the “dowload this file” button in the top left corner of the pop-up reader). Laminated copies are also available from the Swaha Head Office at a cost of TT$10.

2. How to Perform Lakshmi Maata Puja for Divali [FREE]

A booklet designed to aid families in the performance of Lakshmi Puja on Divali day. The format of rituals and mantras was developed and sanctioned by the Swaha Dharma Sansad (Pundits Body) under the guidance of the Paramacharya Shri Pt. Hardeo Persad. The document can be read online below or downloaded here (click the “dowload this file” button in the top left corner of the pop-up reader).

3. Raksha Bandhan Comic Book [FREE]

A comic book for children about the celebration of the Hindu festival Raksha Bandhan. The document can be read online below or downloaded here (click the “dowload this file” button in the top left corner of the pop-up reader).

Upaasanaa (Worship) Series

1. Devi Upaasanaa: A Guide To Devi Worship

Devi Upaasanaa, which means Wor­ship of the Divine Mother, is an offer­ing pro­vid­ing both a meta­phys­i­cal under­stand­ing of Devi wor­ship and a step-by-step guide to the actual per­for­mance of Devi Pujaa. This pub­li­ca­tion caters to devo­tees who wish to use it at home in per­sonal tem­ples and Pujaa rooms. Cost: TT$20.

2. Shiva Upaasanaa: A Guide To Shiva Worship

Shiva Upaasanaa (ISBN: 978-976-8210-26-5), which means Wor­ship of Lord Shiva, is an offer­ing pro­vid­ing both a meta­phys­i­cal under­stand­ing of Shiva wor­ship and a step-by-step guide to the actual per­for­mance of Shiva Pujaa. This pub­li­ca­tion caters to devo­tees who wish to use it at home in per­sonal tem­ples and Pujaa rooms. Cost: TT$20.

3. Soorya Upaasanaa: A Guide To Soorya Worship

Soorya Upaasanaa (ISBN: 978-976-8210-31-9), which means Wor­ship of The Sun, is an offer­ing pro­vid­ing both a meta­phys­i­cal under­stand­ing of Soorya wor­ship and a step-by-step guide to the actual per­for­mance of Soorya Pujaa and Soorya Namaskaar. This pub­li­ca­tion caters to devo­tees who wish to use it at home in per­sonal tem­ples and Pujaa rooms. Cost: TT$20.

4. Ganesh Upaasanaa: A Guide To Ganesh Worship

Ganesh Upaasanaa (ISBN: 978-976-8210-37-1), which means Ganesh worship, is an offer­ing pro­vid­ing both a meta­phys­i­cal under­stand­ing of Ganesh wor­ship and a step-by-step guide to the per­for­mance of Ganesh Pujaa. This pub­li­ca­tion caters to devo­tees who wish to use it at home in per­sonal tem­ples and Pujaa rooms. Cost: TT$20.

5. Hanumaan Upaasanaa: A Guide To Hanumaan Worship

Hanumaan Upaasanaa (ISBN: 978-976-8210-51-7), which means Hanumaan worship, is an offer­ing pro­vid­ing both a meta­phys­i­cal under­stand­ing of Hanumaan wor­ship and a step-by-step guide to the per­for­mance of Hanumaan Pujaa. This pub­li­ca­tion caters to devo­tees who wish to use it at home in per­sonal tem­ples and Pujaa rooms. Cost: TT$20.

Bhajan Books

Swaha Yatri Bhajans

Swaha Yaatri Bhajans is a collection of popular Kirtans, Bhajans and Aartis that are commonly sung at Hindu religious celebrations. The book provides both the transliteration and the translation of all songs. In addition, the book is designed for ease of use with spiral binding and a portable size of 6 inches by 8.5 inches. Cost: TT$40.

Children’s Books

1. Hum Hindu Hain: Level 1

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Children’s workbook on Hinduism for ages 3-5 years
Cost: TT$10

2. Hum Hindu Hain: Level 2

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Workbook on tenets of Hinduism, religious observances, daily practices and moral values for ages 6-11
Cost: TT$20