🕉️ Beginner’s Guide to Sanatan Dharma: What to Read, Watch & Listen

Spiritual Starter Kit: Sanatan Dharma Books, Shows & Ragas

Not long ago, I was like many of you—busy with daily life, occasionally praying, but never truly exploring Sanatan Dharma. Motherhood sparked my journey toward inner peace.

So where does one begin when spirituality calls?

Here’s my story—and if you’re standing where I once stood, consider this your guiding light.

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I Started with the Ramayan: Ideal First beginner books for Beginners in Sanatan Dharma

I didn’t start with a heavy Shastra or Veda. Instead, I picked up the Ramayan, and trust me, it was the most heartwarming initiation.

🪔 “रामो विग्रहवान् धर्मः”

Rama is the embodiment of Dharma.

Ramayan introduced me to the perfect balance of dharma and human emotion, showing how a soul navigates an imperfect world.

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📗 Ramayan for Children – Illustrated & Easy Language

Just like Ram, Krishna too teaches us the right time to make life decisions with dharma.

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Lessons from Devotional Shows:

After Ramayan, I felt drawn to Lord Shiva—the formless, meditative, and deeply compassionate destroyer of ego.

When I found Devon Ke Dev Mahadev on Life OK, I thought it’d just be another mythological show. But no! It opened the door to a deeper dimension.

I didn’t just “watch a show.” I meditated with it. I cried with Sati’s sacrifice. I understood Tandav.
If you’re not much of a reader—start here.

🕊️ Mahabharat & Gita: The Battle Within

While Ramayan was emotional and Shiva’s story was transformative, the Mahabharat was like a mirror to my inner world.

I watched the Star Plus Mahabharat, not expecting it to change me. But when Krishna began delivering the Bhagavad Gita to Arjuna, it felt like He was speaking to me directly.

“You have the right to perform your duty, but not to the fruits thereof.” – Bhagavad Gita 2.47

I didn’t read the Gita first—I watched it, absorbed it, and then felt ready to explore the scripture myself.

Beginner’s Bhagavad Gita for Daily Life

📚 Beyond Ramayan, Mahadev & Gita: More Treasures Await

As I moved deeper into my journey, I realized Sanatan Dharma is not limited to just Ramayan or Mahabharat. There’s an ocean waiting to be explored—layered with stories, Upanishadic wisdom, and everyday spiritual hacks.

So here’s what else you can try…

🌿 1. Srimad Bhagavatam (श्रीमद्भागवतम्)

If you’re mesmerized by Krishna in Mahabharat, this book will melt your heart. The Bhagavatam is full of divine leelas (miracles) of Krishna from childhood to adulthood. Perfect for moms, seekers, and devotees alike.

If you’re wondering where to begin with the Gita, I’ve broken down each chapter for different life emotions here.

🔍 2. Upanishads for Beginners

For those who enjoy philosophy, Upanishads provide deeper reflections on the soul (Atman), reality (Brahman), and karma.

✨ “You are what your deep, driving desire is. As your desire is, so is your will. As your will is, so is your deed.”– Brihadaranyaka Upanishad. Also, explore how even our food choices are part of our spiritual journey — as explained in the Gita.

📚 3. Modern-Day Spiritual Books Inspired by Hindu Wisdom

If you’re someone who enjoys practical insights for today’s problems, these books blend ancient teachings with modern relevance:

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🎶 Want to Meditate Without Reading? Listen to My Channel

Not every seeker is a reader. Some of us feel spirituality through sound.

That’s why I created the Mom & Moksha YouTube Channel – a sacred space filled with:

🎵 Vedic Ragas for baby sleep
🕉️ Om chants for deep meditation
👶 Lullabies with devotion for new moms
💖 Emotional healing through Shanti mantras

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For Those Who Can’t Sit & Read: Start with Chanting & Ragas

Spirituality isn’t just about reading. It’s about vibrations, energy, sound.

When I had my baby, reading became tough. So, I turned to OM chanting and soothing Ragas. One of my most loved lullabies is this short devotional Hindi tune—my baby still drifts off to it with a smile.

✨ It helped me and my newborn sleep better.
✨ It helped my mind settle, especially during postpartum chaos.
✨ It opened my heart to devotion without needing to “do” anything.

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Final Thoughts: Sanatan Dharma Is Not Just for Scholars—It’s for Every Soul

Sanatan Dharma is not about rushing to read all scriptures. It’s about awakening one spark of divine connection inside you. Let your first book, first chant, or first thought of Krishna guide you gently. Whether through pages, screens, or sound—your soul knows how to find its way back home.

You don’t need to be a scholar or sadhu. You can be a curious heart, a tired mom, a young seeker, or someone in pain. Hindu spirituality has space for all of us. Start slow. Start with stories. Then dive deep..

Have you read any of these? Share your first spiritual moment in the comments. Let’s build a community that supports awakening, one divine step at a time.