Author: David Frawley
Publisher: Motilal Banarsidass
ISBN: 8120811607
Category : Philosophy
Languages : en
Pages : 276
Book Description
"The Rig Veda is not only one of the oldest sacred scriptures of the world, but also one of the most misunderstood. Past scholarship has dismissed the hymns of the Rig Veda as being expressions of a primitive animistic mentality that only rarely rose to true spiritual and philosophical heights. David Frawley's book demonstrates that this judgmental view is ill-founded. His fine renderings of select Vedic hymns bear witness to the fact that their composers were sages and seers--powerful poets who knew the art of symbolic and metaphoric communication. The Vedic hymns give us a unique glimpse not into a primitive mentality but a mentality and culture that revolved around the highest spiritual values and visions. This is an important and riveting book, ushering in a new and sounder tradition of Vedic interpretation and scholarship." Georg Feuerstein
Wisdom of the Ancient Seers
Author: David Frawley
Publisher: Motilal Banarsidass
ISBN: 8120811607
Category : Philosophy
Languages : en
Pages : 276
Book Description
"The Rig Veda is not only one of the oldest sacred scriptures of the world, but also one of the most misunderstood. Past scholarship has dismissed the hymns of the Rig Veda as being expressions of a primitive animistic mentality that only rarely rose to true spiritual and philosophical heights. David Frawley's book demonstrates that this judgmental view is ill-founded. His fine renderings of select Vedic hymns bear witness to the fact that their composers were sages and seers--powerful poets who knew the art of symbolic and metaphoric communication. The Vedic hymns give us a unique glimpse not into a primitive mentality but a mentality and culture that revolved around the highest spiritual values and visions. This is an important and riveting book, ushering in a new and sounder tradition of Vedic interpretation and scholarship." Georg Feuerstein
Publisher: Motilal Banarsidass
ISBN: 8120811607
Category : Philosophy
Languages : en
Pages : 276
Book Description
"The Rig Veda is not only one of the oldest sacred scriptures of the world, but also one of the most misunderstood. Past scholarship has dismissed the hymns of the Rig Veda as being expressions of a primitive animistic mentality that only rarely rose to true spiritual and philosophical heights. David Frawley's book demonstrates that this judgmental view is ill-founded. His fine renderings of select Vedic hymns bear witness to the fact that their composers were sages and seers--powerful poets who knew the art of symbolic and metaphoric communication. The Vedic hymns give us a unique glimpse not into a primitive mentality but a mentality and culture that revolved around the highest spiritual values and visions. This is an important and riveting book, ushering in a new and sounder tradition of Vedic interpretation and scholarship." Georg Feuerstein
Hymns from the Rig Veda
Author: Prem Raval
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780895819970
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 200
Book Description
The Rig Veda, core of the Hindu scriptural canon, is a collection of over a thousand hymns; above all it is a glorious song of praise to the gods, the cosmic powers at work in nature and in man.The presentation of the twelve hymns in this book makes available a portion of one of the major scriptures of humanity in contemporary idioms (English, French, German, and Spanish) that reflect the quality, substance, and form of the original.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780895819970
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 200
Book Description
The Rig Veda, core of the Hindu scriptural canon, is a collection of over a thousand hymns; above all it is a glorious song of praise to the gods, the cosmic powers at work in nature and in man.The presentation of the twelve hymns in this book makes available a portion of one of the major scriptures of humanity in contemporary idioms (English, French, German, and Spanish) that reflect the quality, substance, and form of the original.
The Hymns of the Atharvaveda
Author: Ralph Thomas Hotchkin Griffith
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 276
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 276
Book Description
Ancient India
Author: R. C. Majumdar
Publisher: Motilal Banarsidass
ISBN: 812080435X
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 576
Book Description
This is a comprehensive, intelligible and interesting portrait of Ancient Indian History and Civilization from a national historical point of view. The work is divided into three broad divisions of the natural course of cultural development in Ancient India: (1) From the prehistoric age to 600 B.C., (2) From 600 B.C. to 300 A.D., (3) From 300 A.D. to 1200 A.D. The work describes the political, economic, religious and cultural conditions of the country, the expansionist activities, the colonisation schemes of her rulers in the Far East. Political theories and administrative organizations are also discussed but more stress has been laid on the religious, literary and cultural aspects of Ancient India. The book is of a more advanced type. It would meet the needs not only of general readers but also of earnest students who require a thorough grasp of the essential facts and features before taking up specialized study in any branch of the subject. It would also fulfil the requirements of the candidates for competitive examinations in which Ancient Indian History and culture is a prescribed subject.
Publisher: Motilal Banarsidass
ISBN: 812080435X
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 576
Book Description
This is a comprehensive, intelligible and interesting portrait of Ancient Indian History and Civilization from a national historical point of view. The work is divided into three broad divisions of the natural course of cultural development in Ancient India: (1) From the prehistoric age to 600 B.C., (2) From 600 B.C. to 300 A.D., (3) From 300 A.D. to 1200 A.D. The work describes the political, economic, religious and cultural conditions of the country, the expansionist activities, the colonisation schemes of her rulers in the Far East. Political theories and administrative organizations are also discussed but more stress has been laid on the religious, literary and cultural aspects of Ancient India. The book is of a more advanced type. It would meet the needs not only of general readers but also of earnest students who require a thorough grasp of the essential facts and features before taking up specialized study in any branch of the subject. It would also fulfil the requirements of the candidates for competitive examinations in which Ancient Indian History and culture is a prescribed subject.
DIVINISING THE MIND
Author: Swami Tejomayananda
Publisher: Central Chinmaya Mission Trust
ISBN: 8175975679
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 68
Book Description
Every mind is unique and extraordinary, Its abilities and possibilities are infinite and unimaginable. However, its blossoming depends on its will - Sankalpa. We can 'will' ourselves to enlightened heights or plunge ourselves into ignoble darkness. Shiva-Sankalpa Suktam is a praise of this extraordinary mind and a prayer for divinising its thoughts - Shiva Sankalpam astu. Swami Tejomayananda's commentary explores its beauty and depth and concludes on a sweet note of surrendering the mind to the will of Shiva-Sivasya sankalpam astu.
Publisher: Central Chinmaya Mission Trust
ISBN: 8175975679
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 68
Book Description
Every mind is unique and extraordinary, Its abilities and possibilities are infinite and unimaginable. However, its blossoming depends on its will - Sankalpa. We can 'will' ourselves to enlightened heights or plunge ourselves into ignoble darkness. Shiva-Sankalpa Suktam is a praise of this extraordinary mind and a prayer for divinising its thoughts - Shiva Sankalpam astu. Swami Tejomayananda's commentary explores its beauty and depth and concludes on a sweet note of surrendering the mind to the will of Shiva-Sivasya sankalpam astu.
Images from Vedic Hymns and Rituals
Author: Sadashiv Ambadas Dange
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Hindu hymns
Languages : en
Pages : 432
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Hindu hymns
Languages : en
Pages : 432
Book Description
Encyclopaedia of Religion and Ethics: Hymns-Liberty
Author: James Hastings
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Ethics
Languages : en
Pages : 888
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Ethics
Languages : en
Pages : 888
Book Description
Divine Dialogues: The Mantras of Chāndogyopaniṣat and Their Timeless Wisdom
Author: Ramesh Chauhan
Publisher: Ramesh Kumar Chauhan
ISBN:
Category : Philosophy
Languages : en
Pages : 371
Book Description
Divine Dialogues: The Mantras of Chāndogyopaniṣat and Their Timeless Wisdom delves into the profound teachings of the Chāndogya Upanishad, a revered text that explores the nature of reality, the essence of the self, and the ultimate unity of all existence. This book offers an in-depth examination of the key mantras, presenting them in their original Sanskrit form, along with Roman transliterations, translations, explanations, interpretations, and reflections. The Chāndogya Upanishad uniquely blends philosophical inquiries with practical insights, offering guidance on the significance of Om (Aum), the practice of meditation, and the pursuit of truth. Ramesh Chauhan’s comprehensive commentary makes these ancient teachings accessible to modern readers, bridging the gap between timeless spiritual wisdom and contemporary life. Through this book, readers are invited to explore the path to self-realization, understand the interconnectedness of all life, and integrate these profound teachings into their daily lives. Whether you are a student of Hindu philosophy, a spiritual seeker, or simply curious about the ancient wisdom of the Upanishads, this book provides valuable guidance for your spiritual journey.
Publisher: Ramesh Kumar Chauhan
ISBN:
Category : Philosophy
Languages : en
Pages : 371
Book Description
Divine Dialogues: The Mantras of Chāndogyopaniṣat and Their Timeless Wisdom delves into the profound teachings of the Chāndogya Upanishad, a revered text that explores the nature of reality, the essence of the self, and the ultimate unity of all existence. This book offers an in-depth examination of the key mantras, presenting them in their original Sanskrit form, along with Roman transliterations, translations, explanations, interpretations, and reflections. The Chāndogya Upanishad uniquely blends philosophical inquiries with practical insights, offering guidance on the significance of Om (Aum), the practice of meditation, and the pursuit of truth. Ramesh Chauhan’s comprehensive commentary makes these ancient teachings accessible to modern readers, bridging the gap between timeless spiritual wisdom and contemporary life. Through this book, readers are invited to explore the path to self-realization, understand the interconnectedness of all life, and integrate these profound teachings into their daily lives. Whether you are a student of Hindu philosophy, a spiritual seeker, or simply curious about the ancient wisdom of the Upanishads, this book provides valuable guidance for your spiritual journey.
Poetry as Prayer in the Sanskrit Hymns of Kashmir
Author: Hamsa Stainton
Publisher: Oxford University Press
ISBN: 0190889829
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 353
Book Description
Historically, Kashmir was one of the most dynamic and influential centers of Sanskrit learning and literary production in South Asia. In Poetry as Prayer in the Sanskrit Hymns of Kashmir, Hamsa Stainton investigates the close connection between poetry and prayer in South Asia by studying the history of Sanskrit hymns of praise (stotras) in Kashmir. The book provides a broad introduction to the history and general features of the stotra genre, and it charts the course of these literary hymns in Kashmir from the eighth century to the present. In particular, it offers the first major study in any European language of the Stutikusum=añjali, an important work of religious literature dedicated to the god 'Siva and one of the only extant witnesses to the trajectory of Sanskrit literary culture in fourteenth-century Kashmir. The book also contributes to the study of 'Saivism by examining the ways in which 'Saiva poets have integrated the traditions of Sanskrit literature and poetics, theology (especially non-dualism), and 'Saiva worship and devotion. It substantiates the diverse configurations of 'Saiva bhakti expressed and explored in these literary hymns and the challenges they present for standard interpretations of Hindu bhakti. More broadly, this study of stotras from Kashmir offers new perspectives on the history and vitality of prayer in South Asia and its complex relationships to poetry and poetics.
Publisher: Oxford University Press
ISBN: 0190889829
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 353
Book Description
Historically, Kashmir was one of the most dynamic and influential centers of Sanskrit learning and literary production in South Asia. In Poetry as Prayer in the Sanskrit Hymns of Kashmir, Hamsa Stainton investigates the close connection between poetry and prayer in South Asia by studying the history of Sanskrit hymns of praise (stotras) in Kashmir. The book provides a broad introduction to the history and general features of the stotra genre, and it charts the course of these literary hymns in Kashmir from the eighth century to the present. In particular, it offers the first major study in any European language of the Stutikusum=añjali, an important work of religious literature dedicated to the god 'Siva and one of the only extant witnesses to the trajectory of Sanskrit literary culture in fourteenth-century Kashmir. The book also contributes to the study of 'Saivism by examining the ways in which 'Saiva poets have integrated the traditions of Sanskrit literature and poetics, theology (especially non-dualism), and 'Saiva worship and devotion. It substantiates the diverse configurations of 'Saiva bhakti expressed and explored in these literary hymns and the challenges they present for standard interpretations of Hindu bhakti. More broadly, this study of stotras from Kashmir offers new perspectives on the history and vitality of prayer in South Asia and its complex relationships to poetry and poetics.
A Vedic Reader for Students
Author: Arthur Anthony Macdonell
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Vedic language
Languages : en
Pages : 312
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Vedic language
Languages : en
Pages : 312
Book Description