Author: Alain Danielou
Publisher: Motilal Banarsidass
ISBN: 8120836383
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 441

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Author: Alain Daniélou
Publisher:
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Category : Gods, Hindu
Languages : en
Pages : 620

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Author: Tammy Laser
Publisher: Encyclopaedia Britannica
ISBN: 1622753917
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 175

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This encyclopedic volume is a thorough examination of the history of religion in ancient India, detailing each of the gods and goddesses, his or her origins, and how the gods continue to be worshipped today. The history of religion is directly tied to the history of the past one thousand years. World history is an important part of the history curriculum, making this volume a valuable teaching tool, as well as an entertaining read. Vibrant images make it a visual experience.

Author: Alain Daniélou
Publisher:
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Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
Languages : en
Pages : 514

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Author: Jim Ollhoff
Publisher: ABDO
ISBN: 1617147222
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 34

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Provides an overview of prominent gods and goddesses in Indian mythology, including Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva, as well as popular creation myths.

Author: W. J. Wilkins
Publisher: Courier Corporation
ISBN: 0486431568
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 529

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The Hindu pantheon comprises such a multitude of gods and goddesses that even the most devout can find it difficult to remember their names and characteristics. This self-contained volume presents a comprehensive picture of the gods and goddesses commonly worshiped in India; their origins, and their related myths and legends. It covers the deities from both the Vedic and Puranic literature, as well as demons, sacred birds, and other lore, all accompanied by excellent illustrations from traditional sources.

Author: William Joseph Wilkins
Publisher:
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Category : Hindu goddesses
Languages : en
Pages : 438

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Category : Hindu mythology
Languages : en
Pages : 76

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Author: Tammy Gagne
Publisher: ABDO
ISBN: 153217070X
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 51

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The hero Momotaro, the sun goddess Amaterasu, and the Buddha are important subjects of Japanese mythology. Japanese Gods, Heroes, and Mythology explores the gods, heroes, creatures, and stories of Japanese mythology, in addition to examining their influence today. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

Author: Tony Allan
Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
ISBN: 1448860458
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 145

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This captivating volume mixes the myths of Ancient China with the beautiful art and history of the culture. The lavish color photographs bring the earliest achievements of the Chinese people into focus through the beliefs and mythology of one of the world's oldest civilizations. The strange stories, mystic rites, angry gods, vision quests, and magic symbols at the heart of Ancient China are crucial to understanding how the Chinese people have explained birth, death, creation, love, and other mysteries of life. Written in accessible language, even the most reluctant readers will submerge themselves in the history and mythology that this rich volume provides.