Books

Dr. Sri V. Aravind Subramanyam authored more than 20 books that form a vast compendium of Hindu devotional and philosophical works celebrating deities like Sri Maha Sastha (Ayyappa), Lalitha Devi, Ucchishta Ganapathi, and Narasimha. Across Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and English editions, they blend mythic narratives, sacred dialogues, and puja procedures with yogic and tantric insights.

Sri Bhutanatha Gita

A sacred trilingual text (Sanskrit-Tamil-English) presenting the divine discourse of Bhūthanātha to King Rājashekara of Pandalam.

Sri Kolhapura Kshetra Mahatmyam

A sacred purāṇic-style text that celebrates the holiness of the Kṣetra of Kolhapur (Karveer) — its temple traditions, lore of the goddess, sacred sites around the region, and the spiritual benefits of pilgrimage.

Sri Bhutanatha Upakhyanam

A sacred narrative celebrating the divine leelas of Goddess Lalitha Tripura Sundari, the supreme Mother of the universe.

Story-style retelling of Sri Lalita Tripurasundari’s lilas and victories over evil. Meant to inspire devotion while explaining core Śrīvidyā concepts.

Sri Lalithayin Kathai
Pamba Balan Mahatmyam (Tamil)

Celebrates “Pamba Balan,” the Lord dwelling by the Pamba river, in Tamil prose/verse. Describes Sabarimala lore, vows, and pilgrim austerities.

Tamil rendering of the Bhūtanātha narrative tradition. Weaves origin stories, forms, and observances with easy-to-read explanations.

Sri Butanatha Upakhyanam – Tamil
Sri Ucchishta Ganesha Vaibhavam

Explores the unique, tantric form of Ucchiṣṭa Gaṇesha and His boons. Includes iconography, mantras, and the spiritual significance of worship.

A popular Tamil compendium on Sri Ayyappa/Maha Sastha’s victories and grace. Updated edition with refined chapters on vratas and pilgrimage.

Sri Maha Sastha Vijayam - Tamil
Arumuganin Arpudha Vadivam

A devotional portrait of Lord Murugan “wondrous form.” Describes six abodes, weapons, and symbols that uplift the devotee’s mind.

Chronicles the might (“Mahābalam”) of Ahobilam’s Nava-Narasimha kṣetra. Shares temple legends, routes, and fruits of darśan and seva.

Ahobilam Mahabalam
Thithi Nitya Devi

Introduces the Tithi-Nitya goddesses of the lunar day calendar. Explains their attributes, meditations, and relevance to sādhanā timing.

A multi-lingual Purāṇic narrative that recounts the divine leelas of Sri Bhutanātha

Chandikayin Charitam
Shakthi Parakramam

A thematic work on the power and prowess of the Divine Mother. Highlights sacred hymns, rituals, and everyday ways to invoke Śakti.

Telugu narrative of Sri Maha Sastha’s life, forms, and devotees’ experiences. Combines puranic threads with practical worship notes.

Sri Maha Sastha Charitham - Telugu
Sri Butanayaka Vaibhavam

Describes the “glories” (vaibhavam) of Sri Butanayaka/Butanatha. Shares miracles, sacred spots, and benefits of sincere devotion.

A step-by-step guide to performing Sri Sastha’s pūjā at home or temple. Lists materials, procedure, key ślokas, and observance etiquette

Sri Sastha Puja Vidhanam
Sri Kirathan

Devotional songs/verses (kīrtan) centered on Sri Sastha and related deities. Designed for satsang singing and personal daily practice.

Explores the blissful “play” (vilāsam) of Lalita through yogic symbolism. Bridges mantra, dhyāna, and philosophy in accessible language.

Lalitha Yoga Vilasam
Sri Bhoothanatha Upakhyanamu – Telugu

Telugu upākhyāna (story cycle) on Sri Bhoothanatha with original slokhas derived from puranas

Sri Bhoothanatha Upakhyanamu – Telugu

A Gita-style teaching text of Lord Bhūtanātha to a devotee-seeker. Distills ethics, detachment, and bhakti into crisp counsel.

Sri Maha Sastha Vijayam – English

An English compendium celebrating the triumphs and grace of Sri Ayyappa. Covers vows, pilgrimage insights, and inspiring devotee tales.

Kannada rendition of Bhutanatha’s sacred stories for regional readers. Blends myth, culture, and guidance for regular worshippers.

Bhutanatha Upakhyanam – Kannada