Vedic Religion and Culture: An Exposition of Distinct Facets
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Book Detail
- Binding: Paperback
- Number of Pages: 133
- Edition: 1st
- Release Date: 30-04-2008
- EAN: 9788124604472
- Package Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.4 x 0.2 inches
- Languages: English
Description
Despite centuries of scholarly research on Vedic texts, numerous questions remain unanswered or highly debated. In this insightful volume, Professor P. L. Bhargava, a renowned Indologist, presents groundbreaking evidence to address some of the most perplexing mysteries surrounding the Rigveda and early Vedic traditions.
The book explores key questions, including:
- Who composed the Rigvedic hymns?
- The identity and significance of the Adityas in the Rigveda.
- The meaning of 'Asura' in its original Vedic context.
- A comparative study of Indra and Varuna—who is the more ancient deity?
- Is Ayodhya mentioned in the early Vedic literature?
- Historical insights from the dānastutis (praises of gifts) in the Rigveda.
Blending historical analysis with Sanskrit scholarship, Bhargava deciphers enigmatic hymns, such as the Hymn of Vishvedevas and the Hymn of Creation, shedding light on Vedic religious, cultural, and literary themes.
This book is an invaluable resource for scholars, researchers, and students of Vedic literature, Indian history, and ancient religious traditions, offering a fresh perspective on the timeless wisdom of the Vedas.
Author Details
- P. L. Bhargava – A distinguished Indologist, Sanskrit scholar, and historian, recognized for his in-depth research on Vedic texts, their authorship, and their cultural significance in ancient India.