The Sraddha

The Sraddha PDF Author: Dan Urquhart
Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand
ISBN: 3375160828
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 54

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Reprint of the original, first published in 1857.

The Sraddha

The Sraddha PDF Author: Dan Urquhart
Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand
ISBN: 3375160828
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 54

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Reprint of the original, first published in 1857.

The Sraddha

The Sraddha PDF Author: David Urquhart
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Category : Adoption
Languages : en
Pages : 50

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The Sraddha ... Fourth Edition

The Sraddha ... Fourth Edition PDF Author: David Urquhart
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Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 50

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The Śrāddha

The Śrāddha PDF Author:
Publisher: Motilal Banarsidass Publ.
ISBN: 9788120811928
Category : Ancestor worship
Languages : en
Pages : 124

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Of the sixteen samskaras which encompass a Hindu life the last one is performed for the dead by their sons or grandsons or relatives. Many passages in the Puranas and Dharmasastras extol the role of the son in the life of devout Hindu. The present book deals with the rite of Sraddha and vindicates the popular belief that Sraddha, being an important topic, forms an integral part of Hindu Dharmasastra. The belief in the after-death survival of deceased ancestors and their separate world belongs to the Indo-Iranian period and as such is pre-Vedic. Ancestor-worship for one's prosperity, continuation of one's race, is as old as the Rgveda. Contents Preface, Introduction, The Antyesti Samskara, Appendices, Glossary

The Mahabharata of Krishna-Dwaipayana Vyasa (Complete)

The Mahabharata of Krishna-Dwaipayana Vyasa (Complete) PDF Author: Anonymous
Publisher: Library of Alexandria
ISBN: 1465526374
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 12302

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Om! Having bowed down to Narayana and Nara, the most exalted male being, and also to the goddess Saraswati, must the word Jaya be uttered. Ugrasrava, the son of Lomaharshana, surnamed Sauti, well-versed in the Puranas, bending with humility, one day approached the great sages of rigid vows, sitting at their ease, who had attended the twelve years’ sacrifice of Saunaka, surnamed Kulapati, in the forest of Naimisha. Those ascetics, wishing to hear his wonderful narrations, presently began to address him who had thus arrived at that recluse abode of the inhabitants of the forest of Naimisha. Having been entertained with due respect by those holy men, he saluted those Munis (sages) with joined palms, even all of them, and inquired about the progress of their asceticism. Then all the ascetics being again seated, the son of Lomaharshana humbly occupied the seat that was assigned to him. Seeing that he was comfortably seated, and recovered from fatigue, one of the Rishis beginning the conversation, asked him, ‘Whence comest thou, O lotus-eyed Sauti, and where hast thou spent the time? Tell me, who ask thee, in detail.’ Accomplished in speech, Sauti, thus questioned, gave in the midst of that big assemblage of contemplative Munis a full and proper answer in words consonant with their mode of life. “Sauti said, ‘Having heard the diverse sacred and wonderful stories which were composed in his Mahabharata by Krishna-Dwaipayana, and which were recited in full by Vaisampayana at the Snake-sacrifice of the high-souled royal sage Janamejaya and in the presence also of that chief of Princes, the son of Parikshit, and having wandered about, visiting many sacred waters and holy shrines, I journeyed to the country venerated by the Dwijas (twice-born) and called Samantapanchaka where formerly was fought the battle between the children of Kuru and Pandu, and all the chiefs of the land ranged on either side. Thence, anxious to see you, I am come into your presence. Ye reverend sages, all of whom are to me as Brahma; ye greatly blessed who shine in this place of sacrifice with the splendour of the solar fire: ye who have concluded the silent meditations and have fed the holy fire; and yet who are sitting—without care, what, O ye Dwijas (twice-born), shall I repeat, shall I recount the sacred stories collected in the Puranas containing precepts of religious duty and of worldly profit, or the acts of illustrious saints and sovereigns of mankind?” “The Rishi replied, ‘The Purana, first promulgated by the great Rishi Dwaipayana, and which after having been heard both by the gods and the Brahmarshis was highly esteemed, being the most eminent narrative that exists, diversified both in diction and division, possessing subtile meanings logically combined, and gleaned from the Vedas, is a sacred work. Composed in elegant language, it includeth the subjects of other books. It is elucidated by other Shastras, and comprehendeth the sense of the four Vedas. We are desirous of hearing that history also called Bharata, the holy composition of the wonderful Vyasa, which dispelleth the fear of evil, just as it was cheerfully recited by the Rishi Vaisampayana, under the direction of Dwaipayana himself, at the snake-sacrifice of Raja Janamejaya?’

The Mahabharata of Khrisna-Dwaipayana Vyasa; XIII. The Book of the Instructions

The Mahabharata of Khrisna-Dwaipayana Vyasa; XIII. The Book of the Instructions PDF Author: Kisari Mohan Ganguli
Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand
ISBN: 3385324386
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 742

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Reprint of the original, first published in 1883-1896.

The Mahabharataof Krishna-Dwaipayana Vyasa Vol.4, Book 13

The Mahabharataof Krishna-Dwaipayana Vyasa Vol.4, Book 13 PDF Author: Kisari Mohan Gangu
Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand
ISBN: 9358595450
Category : Philosophy
Languages : en
Pages : 716

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"The Mahabharata Vol. 4: Book 13" is an exceptional literary work translated by Kisari Mohan Ganguli. This volume delves into the profound and epic tale of the Mahabharata, one of the most revered and enduring mythological texts of ancient India. Within the pages of this volume, readers will find themselves immersed in the captivating world of gods, heroes, and intricate human dramas. "Book 13" explores the climactic events leading up to the great Kurukshetra war, a colossal conflict between two royal families, the Pandavas and the Kauravas. Kisari Mohan Ganguli's translation of the Mahabharata beautifully captures the essence of the original Sanskrit epic, allowing readers to experience the intricate plotlines, ethical dilemmas, and timeless wisdom embedded within the narrative. "The Mahabharata Vol. 4: Book 13" presents a treasure trove of cultural and spiritual knowledge that continues to inspire and enlighten readers to this day. Whether one is well-versed in Hindu mythology or new to this ancient epic, this volume offers an immersive experience, providing a glimpse into a bygone era and a deep exploration of timeless human truths. Kisari Mohan Ganguli's translation of the Mahabharata invites readers to embark on a transformative journey, leaving an indelible impression on their hearts and minds.

The History of India from the Earliest Ages

The History of India from the Earliest Ages PDF Author: James Talboys Wheeler
Publisher:
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Category : India
Languages : en
Pages : 776

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THE MAHABHARATA of Krishna-Dwaipayana Vyasa

THE MAHABHARATA of Krishna-Dwaipayana Vyasa PDF Author: Krishna-Dwaipayana Vyasa
Publisher: Darryl Morris
ISBN:
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 5718

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The Mahabharata, "What is found here, may be found elsewhere. What is not found here, will not be found elsewhere." The ancient story of the Mahabharata casts the reader's mind across spiritual and terrestrial vistas and battlefields. Through the experiences of divine incarnations and manifest demons, a great royal dynasty is fractured along fraternal lines, resulting in the greatest war of good and evil ever fought in ancient lands. This most venerable of epics remains profoundly timeless in it teachings of truth, righteousness and liberation. This second edition ebook of the Mahabharata is Kisari Mohan Ganguli's 1896 translation and is complete with all 18 parvas in a single ebook. It features a comprehensive table of contents, book summaries and double linked footnotes.

Sacred books of the Hindus

Sacred books of the Hindus PDF Author:
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Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 194

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