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The Vishnu Purana a System of Hindu Mythology and Tradition Translated from the Original Sanskrit, and Illustrated by Notes Derived Chiefly from Other

The Vishnu Purana a System of Hindu Mythology and Tradition Translated from the Original Sanskrit, and Illustrated by Notes Derived Chiefly from Other

H H Wilson

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Literary CriticismGeneral World HistoryHinduism

ISBN10: 9353607078
ISBN13: 9789353607074
Publisher: Alpha Edition
Published: Mar 30 2019
Pages: 432
Weight: 1.20
Height: 0.96 Width: 5.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
Gods, worlds, and ages unfold in this classic Sanskrit Purana, rendered into stately, lucid English by pioneering Indologist H. H. Wilson. Creation begins again and again. Volume V of The Vishnu Purana draws the reader deeper into the theology of Vishnu and his avatars, the vast cycles of Hindu cosmology and creation, and the intricate weave of Indian mythology and legends. Based on the original Sanskrit and enriched with Wilson's extensive notes derived chiefly from other Puranas, it stands as an annotated Hindu scripture edition that serves equally well as devotional reading and as a rigorous Hindu mythology reference book. Republished by Alpha Editions in a careful modern edition, this volume preserves the spirit of the original while making it effortless to enjoy today - a heritage title prepared for readers and collectors alike. As one of the earliest substantial vishnu purana english translation by a Western scholar, this work helped introduce ancient india religion and classical Sanskrit literature to global audiences and remains a foundational indology reference work. Ideal for students of hinduism, comparative religion, and philosophy, it also rewards the curious general reader seeking an authoritative Bhagavata Purana companion - a true bhagavata purana companion for Vaishnava studies and for readers of the sacred books of the east. Whether approached as scripture, as literature, or as cultural history, this enduring Vaishnava classic belongs in the library of anyone serious about understanding the mythic imagination of India.

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