{"product_id":"chhath-worshipping-the-sun-and-nurturing-nature-published-by-rupa-publications-india","title":"Chhath: Worshipping the Sun and Nurturing Nature – Published by Rupa Publications India","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-172 citation-end-172\"\u003eImmerse yourself in the vibrant, sacred world of Chhath Puja—an ancient festival that beautifully blends profound spiritual devotion with the humble simplicity of rural folklife.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"2\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-171\"\u003ePublished by Rupa Publications India, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"230\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-171\"\u003eChhath: Worshipping the Sun and Nurturing Nature\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-171 citation-end-171\"\u003e by Ekisha Singh offers a captivating, deeply thoughtful exploration into the heart of one of India’s most physically demanding and ecologically conscious celebrations.\u003cspan class=\"citation-170 citation-end-170\"\u003eUnlike many religious festivals centered inside temples, Chhath Puja takes place entirely under the open sky on the banks of rivers and water bodies.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"4\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-169\"\u003eThis book delves into how devotion to the Sun God (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"201\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-169\"\u003eSurya\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-169\"\u003e) and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"212\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-169\"\u003eChhathi Maiya\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-169 citation-end-169\"\u003e intertwines seamlessly with a deep, elemental reverence for nature itself.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"5\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-168 citation-end-168\"\u003eSingh vividly captures the colorful rituals, rigorous fasting practices, and the deep-rooted community beliefs that define this festival, which is celebrated with immense fervor across northern and eastern India\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-167 citation-end-167\"\u003eGoing beyond a simple chronicle of traditions, the narrative highlights the evolving contemporary significance of Chhath across generations.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"7\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e It explores how this ancient ritual functions as an innate, organic template for environmental preservation, zero-waste practices, and cosmic harmony. \u003cspan class=\"citation-166 citation-end-166\"\u003eWritten with an engaging, welcoming voice, each page uncovers how the essence of Chhath infuses joy, serenity, and positive energy into the lives of its devotees, binding them closer to the divine and to the eternal, nurturing rhythms of our planet\u003c\/span\u003ePerfect for cultural enthusiasts, students of religion, and readers eager to discover the spiritual heart of Indian folklore, this book covers:\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"3\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BEETLE BOOK SHOP","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52354185986331,"sku":null,"price":250.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/2150\/0699\/files\/814CEJRyLWL._SL1500.jpg?v=1781507186","url":"https:\/\/beetlebookshop.com\/products\/chhath-worshipping-the-sun-and-nurturing-nature-published-by-rupa-publications-india","provider":"Beetle Book Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}