A Vedic Reader for Students

A Vedic Reader for Students
Author: Arthur Anthony Macdonell
Publisher: Motilal Banarsidass Publ.
Total Pages: 304
Release: 1992
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 9788120810174

The Reader by A. A. Macdonell is meant to be a companion volume to his Vedic Grammer for Students. It contains thirty hymns selected from the Rgveda primarily for students who while acquainted with classical sanskrit are beginners of vedic lacking the aid of a teacher with adequate knowledge of the earliest period of the language and literature of India. In conjunction with the author`s Vedic Grammar the reader aims at supplying all that is required for the complete understanding of the selections. A copious index has been added for the purpose of enabling the student of utilize to the full the summary of Vedic Philosophy which this book contains.

Readings in Vedic Literature

Readings in Vedic Literature
Author: Satsvarupa Dasa Goswami
Publisher: The Bhaktivedanta Book Trust
Total Pages: 207
Release:
Genre: Philosophy
ISBN: 9171497730

Readings in Vedic Literature provides a firsthand experience of India's timeless wisdom. Along with concise essays, the book includes the entire Bhagavad-gita and illuminating excerpts from the Puranas and Upanisads. In this way the reader can discover the tradition for himself. “Readers, be of good cheer. To those of you who have surveyed in confusion the trackless path of Indian philosophy, this volume offers hope and respite. You are holding in your hands a reasonable and highly readable account of the particulars of Vedic thought. … Read and find enlightenment.” Professor Jerry Clack Department of Classics, Duquesne University “I am impressed by Satsvarupa dasa Goswami’s presentation. His initial chapter is one of the best statements available on the importance of the guru in transmitting spiritual knowledge.” Dr. Thomas J. Hopkins Department of Religious Studies, Franklin & Marshall College

The Rig Veda

The Rig Veda
Author: Wendy Doniger
Publisher: Penguin UK
Total Pages: 288
Release: 2005-03-31
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0141923989

The earliest of the four Hindu religious scriptures known as the Vedas, and the first extensive composition to survive in any Indo-European language, the Rig Veda (c. 1200-900 BC) is a collection of over 1,000 individual Sanskrit hymns. A work of intricate beauty, it provides a unique insight into early Indian mythology, religion and culture. This selection of 108 of the hymns, chosen for their eloquence and wisdom, focuses on the enduring themes of creation, sacrifice, death, women, the sacred plant soma and the gods. Inspirational and profound, it provides a fascinating introduction to one of the founding texts of Hindu scripture - an awesome and venerable ancient work of Vedic ritual, prayer, philosophy, legend and faith.

The Nakshatras

The Nakshatras
Author: Dennis M. Harness
Publisher: Lotus Press
Total Pages: 143
Release: 1999
Genre: Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN: 0914955837

This book shows you how to access the wisdom of the Nakshatras in your personal life and for society. Through it the modern reader can understand the energies of their stars and learn how to utilize these to bring their lives into harmony with the great forces of the universe. This book is must reading not only for any students of astrology but for anyone interested in self-development or spiritual growth.

Mysteries of Vedic Face Reading

Mysteries of Vedic Face Reading
Author: Hrishikesh Dubey
Publisher: Jaico Publishing House
Total Pages: 423
Release: 2011-02-04
Genre: Self-Help
ISBN: 8184951302

UNLOCK THE MYSTERIES BEHIND THE MOST COMPLEX HUMAN BEINGS Mysteries of Vedic Face Reading contains the most powerful knowledge of Vedic literature and is a stepping stone towards spiritual realization. It is a unique book which will enlighten readers to thoroughly assess the nature, character, personality, destiny, conscience and consciousness of a person. It will also help to establish corrective measures when dealing with people at different levels of consciousness. With profound explanations and illustrations this book will show you how to get the best out of life.

Vedic Mythology

Vedic Mythology
Author: Arthur Anthony Macdonell
Publisher:
Total Pages: 208
Release: 1897
Genre: Social Science
ISBN:

Sacred Scriptures of the World Religions

Sacred Scriptures of the World Religions
Author: Joan Price
Publisher: A&C Black
Total Pages: 241
Release: 2010-02-17
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 082642354X

Price examines religions across the world, offering an insight into each tradition's views of the world, through their scriptural texts and spiritual practices.