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Hindu Mythology, Vedic and Puranic

Hindu Mythology, Vedic and Puranic

Wilkins, W. J.

Hardcover

Literary CriticismFiction AnthologiesHinduism

ISBN10: 1163208140
ISBN13: 9781163208144
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 428
Weight: 1.75
Height: 1.06 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Hindu Mythology, Vedic and Puranic is a book written by W. J. Wilkins that delves into the rich and fascinating world of Hindu mythology. The book is divided into two parts, the first of which explores the Vedic myths and legends, while the second part focuses on the Puranic myths and legends.The Vedic section of the book covers topics such as the creation of the universe, the gods and goddesses of the Vedic pantheon, and the stories of the great sages and seers of ancient India. The Puranic section, on the other hand, delves into the more popular myths and legends of Hinduism, such as the stories of the gods Vishnu, Shiva, and Brahma, as well as the tales of the heroic figures of the Mahabharata and the Ramayana.Throughout the book, Wilkins provides detailed explanations of the various myths and legends, as well as their cultural and historical significance. He also includes translations of some of the most important texts in Hindu mythology, such as the Rig Veda, the Bhagavad Gita, and the Puranas.Overall, Hindu Mythology, Vedic and Puranic is a comprehensive and insightful guide to the rich and complex world of Hindu mythology, making it an essential read for anyone interested in the history and culture of India.1882. The author's objective is to present a full and trustworthy account of the mythology of the Hindus. Contents: The Vedic Deities; The Puranic Deities; and The Inferior Deities.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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