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Hindu Myths

Author : Wendy Doniger
Publisher : Penguin UK
ISBN 13 : 0141903759
Total Pages : 368 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (419 download)

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Download or read book Hindu Myths written by Wendy Doniger and published by Penguin UK. This book was released on 2004-06-24 with total page 368 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Recorded in sacred Sanskrit texts, including the Rig Veda and the Mahabharata, Hindu Myths are thought to date back as far as the tenth century BCE. Here in these seventy-five seminal myths are the many incarnations of Vishnu, who saves mankind from destruction, and the mischievous child Krishna, alongside stories of the minor gods, demons, rivers and animals including boars, buffalo, serpents and monkeys. Immensely varied and bursting with colour and life, they demonstrate the Hindu belief in the limitless possibilities of the world - from the teeming miracles of creation to the origins of the incarnation of Death who eventually touches them all.

Classical Hindu Mythology

Author : Cornelia Dimmitt
Publisher : Motilal Banarsidass
ISBN 13 : 8120839722
Total Pages : 402 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (28 download)

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Download or read book Classical Hindu Mythology written by Cornelia Dimmitt and published by Motilal Banarsidass. This book was released on 2015-01-01 with total page 402 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Mahapuranas embody the received tradition of Hindu mythology. This anthology contains fresh translations of these myths, only a few of which have ever been available in English before, thus providing a rich new portion of Hindu mythology. The book is organized into six chapters. "Origins" contains myths relating to creation, time, and space. "Seers, Kings and Supernaturals" relates tales of rivers, trees, animals, demons, and men, particularly heroes and sages. Myths about the chief gods are dealt with in three separate chapters: Krsna, Visnu, and Siva. The chapter The Goddess presents stories of the wives and lovers of the gods, as well as of Kali, the savage battle goddess. In their introductions, the editors provide a historical setting in which to discuss Hindu mythology as well as a full analysis of its basic sources. The many names are given the original. The editors have provided a thorough glossary to make these names accessible.

Hindu Mythology, Vedic and Purānic

Author : William Joseph Wilkins
Publisher : Calcutta : Thacker, Spink ; Bombay : Thacker ; London : W. Thacker
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 438 pages
Book Rating : 4.R/5 (5 download)

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Download or read book Hindu Mythology, Vedic and Purānic written by William Joseph Wilkins and published by Calcutta : Thacker, Spink ; Bombay : Thacker ; London : W. Thacker. This book was released on 1882 with total page 438 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Hindu Myths

Author : Martin J. Dougherty
Publisher : Amber Books
ISBN 13 : 9781838860189
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (61 download)

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Download or read book Hindu Myths written by Martin J. Dougherty and published by Amber Books. This book was released on 2020-11-03 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Hindu Myths is an excellent introduction to understanding the varying tales of creation in Hinduism, the major deities, the major texts and the principal concerns of the mythology. Illustrated with 120 photographs and artworks, the book is an exciting, engaging and informative exploration of a fascinating and highly influential world.

Handbook of Hindu Mythology

Author : George M. Williams
Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
ISBN 13 : 019533261X
Total Pages : 395 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (953 download)

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Download or read book Handbook of Hindu Mythology written by George M. Williams and published by Oxford University Press, USA. This book was released on 2008-03-27 with total page 395 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Unlike many other ancient mythologies, Hinduism thrives in the modern world. One billion followers and countless others have been captivated by its symbolic representations of love, karma, and reincarnation. Handbook of Hindu Mythology offers an informative introduction to this dauntingly complex mythology of multifaceted deities, lengthy heroic tales, and arcane philosophies-all with a 3,000-year history of reinterpretations and adaptations. Williams offers a number of pathways by which to approach Hinduism's ever-changing gods and goddesses (e.g., Brahma, Vishnu, Siva), spiritual verses (such as the vedas), secular epics (including the Ramayana and the Mahabharata), myths within myths, devotional and esoteric traditions, psychic and yogic disciplines, and magical practices. With this handbook, readers can explore the history of Hindu mythology, follow a detailed timeline of key episodes and historical events, and look up specific elements of historical or contemporary Hinduism in a beautifully illustrated reference work. It is the ideal introduction to the origins of Hinduism, the culture that shaped it from antiquity to the present, and the age-old stories, ideas, and traditions that speak to the human condition as eloquently today as ever. Including annotated bibliographies, a glossary of cultural and mythological terms, and numerous illustrations, here is a gold mine of information on Hindu mythology. "

The Origins of Evil in Hindu Mythology

Author : Wendy Doniger
Publisher : Motilal Banarsidass Publ.
ISBN 13 : 9788120803862
Total Pages : 438 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (38 download)

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Download or read book The Origins of Evil in Hindu Mythology written by Wendy Doniger and published by Motilal Banarsidass Publ.. This book was released on 1988 with total page 438 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This work deals at length with various theories about relgion prevalent at the time when Megasthenes visited India very interesting and scholarly views have been put forth regarding investigations of Megasthenes their reliability and the reliability of his reporters.

The Puffin Book of Magical Indian Myths

Author : Anita Nair
Publisher : Penguin UK
ISBN 13 : 935118353X
Total Pages : 192 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (511 download)

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Download or read book The Puffin Book of Magical Indian Myths written by Anita Nair and published by Penguin UK. This book was released on 2015-05-22 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When Surya the sun god got married, his wife could not bear the heat of his rays and ran away. Surya was heartbroken and the world plunged into darkness. A dwarf asked a king for some land, which he measured with three footsteps, and ended up claiming the earth and the sky. Sage Daksha got his daughters married to the moon, but later, in a fit of rage, cursed the moon with consumption, making it wax and wane. These are some of the fifty myths from India recounted in this fabulously produced book. From wise sages to demonic asuras, beautiful river deities to arrogant kings, wayward gods to brave princes, this collection of myths showcases the most enchanting and magical stories from Indian mythology.

Myth = Mithya

Author : Devdutt Pattanaik
Publisher : Penguin UK
ISBN 13 : 8184750218
Total Pages : 232 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (847 download)

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Download or read book Myth = Mithya written by Devdutt Pattanaik and published by Penguin UK. This book was released on 2014-07-11 with total page 232 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A decoding of Hindu mythology Hindus have one God. They also have 330 million gods: male gods; female gods; personal gods; family gods; household gods; village gods; gods of space and time; gods for specific castes and particular professions; gods who reside in trees; in animals; in minerals; in geometrical patterns and in man-made objects. Then there are a whole host of demons. But no Devil. In this groundbreaking book Dr Devdutt Pattanaik; one of India’s most popular mythologists; seeks an answer to these apparent paradoxes and unravels an inherited truth about life and death; nature and culture; perfection and possibility. He retells sacred Hindu stories and decodes Hindu symbols and rituals; using a unique style of commentary; illustrations and diagrams. We discover why the villainous Kauravas went to heaven and the virtuous Pandavas (all except Yudhishtira) were sent to hell; why Rama despite abandoning the innocent Sita remains the model king; why the blood-drinking Kali is another form of the milk-giving Gauri; and why Shiva wrenched off the fifth head of Brahma. Constructed over generations; Hindu myths serve as windows to the soul; and provide an understanding of the world around us. The aim is not to outgrow myth; but to be enriched and empowered by its ancient; potent and still relevant language.

Indian Mythology

Author : Jan Knappert
Publisher : Thorsons Publishers
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 296 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Indian Mythology written by Jan Knappert and published by Thorsons Publishers. This book was released on 1991 with total page 296 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Hindu Myths

Author : A. L. Dallapiccola
Publisher : University of Texas Press
ISBN 13 : 9780292702332
Total Pages : 84 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (23 download)

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Download or read book Hindu Myths written by A. L. Dallapiccola and published by University of Texas Press. This book was released on 2003-11 with total page 84 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Hindu myths have been adapted over the centuries to incorporate new or revised characters, and they continue to play a central role in modern Indian life. Retold here in their colorful and dramatic splendor, the Hindu myths touch on the key narrative themes of creation, preservation, destruction, delusion, and the bestowal of grace.

The Myths and Gods of India

Author : Alain Danielou
Publisher : Motilal Banarsidass
ISBN 13 : 8120836383
Total Pages : 441 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (28 download)

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Book Synopsis The Myths and Gods of India by : Alain Danielou

Download or read book The Myths and Gods of India written by Alain Danielou and published by Motilal Banarsidass. This book was released on 2017-01-01 with total page 441 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

365 Tales of Indian Mythology

Author : OM Books
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9788187107460
Total Pages : 229 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (74 download)

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Download or read book 365 Tales of Indian Mythology written by OM Books and published by . This book was released on 2006 with total page 229 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the preserver of the universe Lord Vishnu to the mighty Hanuman, from the mysterious Ganesha to the dutiful son Rama, the rich Hindu spiritual landscape is populated by characters that empower millions even today. Featuring 365 colourful artworks of significant mythological figures from across India, this fascinating book opens the doors to a spellbinding world of legends and stories.

Japanese Mythology: Classic Stories of Japanese Myths, Gods, Goddesses, Heroes, and Monsters

Author : Scott Lewis
Publisher : Classical Mythology
ISBN 13 : 9781720063346
Total Pages : 136 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (633 download)

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Download or read book Japanese Mythology: Classic Stories of Japanese Myths, Gods, Goddesses, Heroes, and Monsters written by Scott Lewis and published by Classical Mythology. This book was released on 2018-09-16 with total page 136 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Giant monsters. Tales of eternal love. The beginning of creation. Pint-sized warriors. Long voyages and insurmountable heroics are only a small piece of the classic myths that have helped shape Japan

Hindu Myths

Author : O' Flaherty
Publisher : Penguin Books India
ISBN 13 : 9780144000111
Total Pages : 364 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (1 download)

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Download or read book Hindu Myths written by O' Flaherty and published by Penguin Books India. This book was released on 1994 with total page 364 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: These Tales Of Hindu Gods And Demons Express In Vivid Symbols The Metaphysical Insights Of Ancient Indian Priests And Poets. This Selection And Translation Of Seventy-Five Seminal Myths Spans The Wide Range Of Classical Indian Sources, From The Serpent-Slaying Indra Of The Vedas (C. 1200 Bc) To The Medieval Pantheon&Mdash;The Phallic And Ascetic Siva, The Maternal And Bloodthirsty Goddess, The Mischievous Child Krishna, The Other Avatars Of Vishnu, And The Many Minor Gods, Demons, Rivers And Animals Sacred To Hinduism. The Traditional Themes Of Life And Death Are Set Forth And Interwoven With Many Complex Variations Which Give A Kaleidoscopic Picture Of The Development Of Almost Three Thousand Years Of Indian Mythology. &Nbsp;

The Hidden Hindu 2

Author : Akshat Gupta
Publisher : Penguin Random House India Private Limited
ISBN 13 : 9354926711
Total Pages : 217 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (549 download)

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Download or read book The Hidden Hindu 2 written by Akshat Gupta and published by Penguin Random House India Private Limited. This book was released on 2022-09-05 with total page 217 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The first battle is lost. The book of Mritsanjeevani is in the wrong hands but Nagendra's plans are not limited only to immortality. What seemed to be the end of all wars was just the beginning of an incredible journey in search of a hidden verse. Om is still incomplete without the knowledge of his past, but he is not alone anymore. Two of the mightiest warriors of all time stand by his side. Two mysterious warriors stand unconditionally with Nagendra too or is there a hidden agendas behind all the allies? Who are LSD and Parimal in real and who is Om? Tighten your seat belts for an adventure in search of words that hold a bigger purpose than even immortality for Divinities and Demons.

Hindu Mythology

Author : Matt Clayton
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
ISBN 13 : 9781987664478
Total Pages : 116 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (644 download)

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Download or read book Hindu Mythology written by Matt Clayton and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2018-04-08 with total page 116 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explore Captivating Hindu Myths of Hindu Gods and Goddesses The stories in Hindu myth stem from traditions within Hinduism, drawing on stories from ancient texts, like the Ramayana and the Mahabharata. Keep in mind that because different versions of Hinduism inspire different people, many different versions of the stories float through the jungle and over the stones of temples and traditions. The stories in this volume are my version, though I've stuck as closely to the original myths and legends as imagination allows. At the end of this book, you'll find a short bibliography for further research and reading. Within this book, you'll find the following Hindu myths covered Lord Brahma, Lord Vishnu, and the Beginning of the World The Birth of Lord Shiva Saraswati & Brahma's Fifth Head Shiva Tests Parvati Shiva Snares a Whale Ganesha Loses His Head Ganesha Spills a River Kubera's Pride Ganesha Injures a Goddess Ganesha Wins a Race Shiva Skips Success Ravana's Ten Heads The Birth of Rama Urmila's Slumber Deer of Deception Hanuman's Torch Suvannamachha Steals a Bridge Hanuman Moves a Mountain The Final Battle Sita's Purity Krishna Steals Butter Krishna Trades for Jewels Krishna Swallows the Flames Agni Spreads a Curse Vayu Humbles the Silk Cotton Tree Savitri Chooses a Husband Savitri's Fidelity And more! Get the book now and learn more about Hindu mythology

Hindu Nationalism

Author : Chetan Bhatt
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1000184226
Total Pages : 244 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (1 download)

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Download or read book Hindu Nationalism written by Chetan Bhatt and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2020-05-15 with total page 244 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The rise of authoritarian Hindu mass movements and political formations in India since the early 1980s raises fundamental questions about the resurgence of chauvinistic ethnic, religious and nationalist movements in the late modern period. This book examines the history and ideologies of Hindu nationalism and Hindutva from the end of the last century to the present, and critically evaluates the social and political philosophies and writings of its main thinkers.Hindu nationalism is based on the claim that it is an indigenous product of the primordial and authentic ethnic and religious traditions of India. The book argues instead that these claims are based on relatively recent ideas, frequently related to western influences during the colonial period. These influences include eighteenth and nineteenth century European Romantic and Enlightenment rationalist ideas preoccupied with archaic primordialism, evolution, organicism, vitalism and race. As well as considering the ideological impact of National Socialism and Fascism on Hindu nationalism in the 1930s, the book also looks at how Aryanism continues to be promoted in unexpected forms in contemporary India. Using a wide range of historical and contemporary sources, the author considers the consequences of Hindu nationalist resurgence in the light of contemporary debates about minorities, secular citizenship, ethics and modernity.