Discovering the vedas
Explore the origins & rituals of the Vedas with Frits Staal's insightful analysis. Uncover Vedic sciences & ancient Indian history.
| Category | Report |
|---|---|
| Publisher | Penguin Random House |
| Language | English |
| Year | 2017 |
| Format | Paperback |
| Tags | History , Philosophy , Religion |
Description
The Vedas are among the earliest books of the Indo-Aryan philosophy. Staal attempts to re-explore the origins, mantras, and the rituals of the Vedas.He has tried to bring out the factual information from the most sacred books of India, by giving them a global perspective. The book also gives extensive details on the archaeology, traditions, and Vedic math.The book also provides readers with clear comprehension on the actions and the values of the Vedic society then. It is an intriguing book that discusses Vedic sciences and their ancient history, and the idea of karma.Discovering the Vedasalso talks about more interesting topics like the absence of caste in Vedas, Vedic villages, the Vedic women, and the immense contributions of the Upanishads.Frits Staal has tried to bring forth significant and relevant information to the modern-day readers.
