The Daily Practice Of The Hindus- Containing The Morning And Mid Day Duties

📘 Book Details

• Author: S. C. Vasu

• Publisher: Sri Satguru Publications

• Language: Sanskrit Text with English Translation

• Edition: 2008

• ISBN: 9788170308775

• Pages: 327

• Cover: Hardcover

• Dimensions: 9 × 6 inches

• Weight: 470 gm

English Description

A comprehensive manual on Sandhya worship for seekers of all backgrounds—covering both Vaidiki and Tantriki traditions.

🔹 About the Book:

This esteemed volume presents a full and accurate guide to both Vaidiki Sandhya (for the twice-born) and Tantriki Sandhya (universal, without caste or creed barriers). Compiled and translated by S.C. Vasu, this edition offers a complete scriptural and practical approach to daily Vedic rituals, designed for students, practitioners, and spiritual aspirants seeking to understand and perform Sandhya worship.

Based on authoritative texts including Pandit Devi Datt Joshi’s edition for Yajur Vedins, this book also incorporates important appendices like Rig Vedi Sandhya, Tantriki Sandhya, Midday Duties (worship of Vishnu, Shiva, etc.), and the Pancha Mahayajnas (Five Great Sacrifices). It is a greatly expanded edition, offering double the content of previous versions.

🔹 Key Highlights:

• Dual Traditions Explained:
  Covers both Vaidiki Sandhya (orthodox) and Tantriki Sandhya (inclusive and universal)—a rare combination in one volume.

• Includes Midday Rituals & Pancha Mahayajnas:
  Detailed guidance on daily devotional duties and five essential Vedic sacrifices.

• Authentic Commentary on Vedic Mantras:
  Includes interpretations based on the Anandasrama Series, with references to the works of Griffith, Max Müller, Whitney, and Peterson.

• Scholarly Translation with Sanskrit Text:
  Ideal for those seeking both linguistic depth and spiritual practice.

• Expanded & Revised Edition:
  Revised with the assistance of notable scholars Babu Nandalal Sinha and Prof. Lalit Mohan Kar, this edition ensures clarity and accuracy.

🧘♂️ Recommended For:

• Practitioners of Sandhyavandanam and Vedic rituals

• Students of Sanskrit, Indology, and Vedic studies

• Spiritual seekers across traditions

• Researchers and comparative religion scholars