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The Hindu Pantheon

The Hindu Pantheon

Moor, Edward

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Art HistoryFiction AnthologiesHinduism

ISBN10: 1162625015
ISBN13: 9781162625010
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 588
Weight: 2.87
Height: 1.19 Width: 8.25 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
The Hindu Pantheon is a comprehensive guide to the deities and mythology of the Hindu religion, written by Edward Moor. This book explores the rich and complex world of Hinduism, offering readers an in-depth look at the various gods, goddesses, and other divine beings that populate this ancient faith.Moor begins by providing a historical overview of Hinduism, tracing its origins and development over the centuries. He then delves into the pantheon of gods and goddesses, describing their roles, attributes, and relationships with one another. From the powerful creator god Brahma to the fierce warrior goddess Kali, Moor provides detailed profiles of each deity, including their myths and legends, iconography, and worship practices.In addition to the major gods and goddesses, Moor also covers a wide range of lesser-known deities, spirits, and other supernatural beings that play a role in Hindu mythology. He also explores the various forms of Hindu worship, including temple rituals, festivals, and personal devotions.Throughout the book, Moor draws on a wide range of sources, including ancient texts, scholarly works, and his own personal observations and experiences. The result is a rich and engaging exploration of one of the world's oldest and most complex religions, offering readers a deeper understanding of the Hindu pantheon and its enduring significance.1810. This work is the first and most complete exposition of the religion iconography of India. An indispensable source and reference work, it is comparatively free of Western influence and was written in the spirit of East Indian myths, legends, fables and the intricate symbolism which distinguished the Eastern mind. Beautifully illustrated.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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