Vedic View of the Earth: no. 14 (Reconstructing Indian History and Culture, no. 14)
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Book Detail
- Binding: Hardcover
- Number of Pages: 332
- Edition: 2nd Impression
- Release Date: 01-12-1997
- EAN: 8903602472669
- Package Dimensions: 8.7 x 5.7 x 0.9 inches
- Languages: English
Description
"Vedic Perception of the Earth" by S.R.N. Murthy presents a unique study of the Vedic worldview on Earth and its related phenomena, blending Sanskrit scholarship with geological expertise. The book explores the early discourses on Earth science found in the Vedas, post-Vedic texts, and later Sanskrit works, such as Varahamihira’s Brihatsamhita (5th century AD).
Key Topics Covered:
- Vedic Insights into the Earth's Origin, Shape & Movements
- Astronomical References to the Solar System & Stars
- Concepts of Earthquakes & Tremors in Vedic Texts
- Early Notions of Heliocentricity in Vedic Literature
- Veda-Based Methods for Predicting Deep-Focus Earthquakes
This book bridges ancient Vedic knowledge with modern geological science, offering new perspectives for scholars, researchers, and enthusiasts of Indology, Sanskrit literature, and Earth sciences. It also includes a glossary of Sanskrit terms and relevant bibliographic references, making it a valuable resource for further study.