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Garga Samhita (गर्गसंहिता) (Set of 2 Vols.)

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Product Code :VPG 21 H

Author : Ramtej Pandey

ISBN : 9788170840244

Bound : Hard Cover

Publishing Date : 2016

Publisher : Chaukhamba Sanskrit Pratishthan

Pages : 844

Language : Sanskrit Text and Hindi Translation

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Weight : 4 gm

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The name Garga Samhita primarily refers to a prominent Sanskrit-language Vaishnavite scripture detailing the life and divine pastimes of Radha and Krishna. Its authorship is traditionally attributed to Sage Garga, the chief priest of the Yadava clan. However, the title also shares its name with ancient Indian astrological and astronomical treatises

The Vaishnavite Scripture (Radha-Krishna Life Account)

The devotional text is heavily revered in various Vaishnavism traditions. It expands significantly upon the events outlined in the Srimad Bhagavatam

Core Focus: It emphasizes prema-bhakti (pure devotional love), presenting Radha as the supreme devotee and eternal internal energy of Krishna.
Key Distinctions: It is noted as the earliest text to associate Radha, Krishna, and the gopis with the celebration of the Holi festival. It also vividly depicts the secret marriage of Radha and Krishna in the Bhandirvan forest, officiated by Lord Brahma
Structure: The text contains 11 Khandas (Books), spanning approximately 267 chapters and 12,000 verses.
Structure of the 11 Khandas
# Khanda Name General Contents
1 Goloka-khanda Explores the celestial realm of Goloka Vrindavan and Radha-Krishna's eternal pastimes there.
2 Vrindavana-khanda Focuses on Krishna's interactions with the gopis and cowherds in the Mathura region.
3 Giriraja-khanda Narrates stories surrounding Govardhan Hill and the lifting of the mountain.
4 Madhurya-khanda Details the sweet, intimate pastimes and previous births of various gopis.
5 Mathura-khanda Focuses on Krishna's departure to Mathura and the slaying of Kamsa.
6 Dvaraka-khanda Chronicles the establishment of Dwaraka and Krishna's life as its king.
7 Visvajit-khanda Outlines world conquests, major battles, and structural dynastic victories.
8 Prabhasa-khanda Describes the gathering at the holy pilgrimage site of Prabhasa Khetra.
9 Vimala-khanda Contains philosophical discourses and specific stories of high devotion.
10 Asvamedha-khanda Details the grand horse sacrifice ritual and regional returns.
11 Janma-khanda / Mahatmya Celebrates the birth of the deities and details the spiritual benefits of reading the text.

#	Khanda Name	General Contents
1	Goloka-khanda	Explores the celestial realm of Goloka Vrindavan and Radha-Krishna's eternal pastimes there.
2	Vrindavana-khanda	Focuses on Krishna's interactions with the gopis and cowherds in the Mathura region.
3	Giriraja-khanda	Narrates stories surrounding Govardhan Hill and the lifting of the mountain.
4	Madhurya-khanda	Details the sweet, intimate pastimes and previous births of various gopis.
5	Mathura-khanda	Focuses on Krishna's departure to Mathura and the slaying of Kamsa.
6	Dvaraka-khanda	Chronicles the establishment of Dwaraka and Krishna's life as its king.
7	Visvajit-khanda	Outlines world conquests, major battles, and structural dynastic victories.
8	Prabhasa-khanda	Describes the gathering at the holy pilgrimage site of Prabhasa Khetra.
9	Vimala-khanda	Contains philosophical discourses and specific stories of high devotion.
10	Asvamedha-khanda	Details the grand horse sacrifice ritual and regional returns.
11	Janma-khanda / Mahatmya	Celebrates the birth of the deities and details the spiritual benefits of reading the text.