Alternative Therapies Review - 2000
The knowledge is reliable and authentic in origin, unlike many of the more modern theories.


Chalice Magazine - 2001
A fabulous book, filled with ancient, esoteric knowledge. Gets the reader wanting to know more!


Book Description
This book was written to enable people in the West to understand and appreciate the ancient healing techniques that have been passed down verbally for generations and finally put into verse by the great sages and seers of ancient Bharata-varsha (India). This stunning book is in full color with beautiful pictures of yantras (sacred geometry), and gem stones used for healing. There is also a detailed section on mantra and how it effects us on a deep spirirtual level. This book is a must for anyone in the healing arts.


About the Author
Howard Beckman was born and raised in Philadelphia, PA., where he attended Temple University studying Philosophy and Religion. He later spent many years in India, Tibet and Thailand where he developed the knowledge of precious gems and their powers to heal. On returning to the USA he further increased his knowledge by gaining a degree as a Graduate Gemologist. Howard (Hamsavatar), is the author of "An Introduction to Vedic Astrology" and "Mantras, Yantras and Fabulous Gems - healing secrets of the ancient Vedas" and "Vibrational Healing with Gems". He is president and founder of the Vedic Cultural Fellowship in New Mexico and founding member of the American Council of Vedic Astrology. He is also known for the best source of natural, jyotish gems in the West. He is director of Balaji Natural Gems and is in the process of producing a correspondence course on Gem Therapy.