Dictionary of Hindu Gods and Goddesses

Book Detail

• Author: T.R.R. Iyengar
• Brand: D.K. Printworld Pvt. Ltd.
• Edition: 1
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of Pages: 335
• Release Date: 15-05-2004
• Publisher: D.K. Printworld Pvt. Ltd.
• Genre: Religion / Mythology / Hindu Studies
• ISBN/EAN: 9788124602324
• Language: English
• Package Dimensions: 8.8 x 5.8 x 1.1 inches

Details:
The Hindu pantheon has evolved over millennia, progressing from the worship of natural elements to a vast system of deities with unique attributes, characteristics, and functions. This Dictionary of Hindu Gods and Goddesses is a comprehensive reference work that explores the origins, significance, and attributes of various deities within the Hindu tradition.

Drawing from sacred Hindu texts—including the Vedas, Epics, and Puranas—this book systematically presents information on deities in alphabetical order, covering:

• The evolution of their worship and early references in scriptures
• Myths, legends, and achievements associated with them
• Their attributes, iconography, and symbolic meanings
• Their roles within Hindu religious practices
• Sacred beings and objects associated with deities, such as Nandi (the bull), serpents, sacred trees (banyan and pipal), and divine symbols (saligramas and banalingas)
• The adornments, vahanas (mounts), weapons, and places linked to the deities

This meticulously compiled dictionary is an essential resource for scholars, researchers, and general readers interested in Hindu mythology and religious traditions.