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David Frawley
ISBN 9788120815940
Rs. 472
Motilal Banarsidass
From the River of Heaven
Who it's for: Readers seeking an accessible overview of Hindu spiritual traditions
From The River of Heaven is a broad compendium of wisdom and insight that reaches into all aspects of life and all domains of human culture. It covers such diverse topics as the different systems of Yoga, the scriptures of India, the universal meaning of Hinduism, Philosophies, both Hindu and Buddhist, Yogic Cosmology, the Gods and Goddesses, Sanskrit and Mantra, the Vedic view of society, the science of Karma and Rebirth, the inner meaning of Rituals, Ayurveda (ancient Indian medicine) and Hindu Astrology (Jyotish). It may be the most accessible and relevant overview of the spiritual tradition of India and its clearest presentation to the modern mind. It is an attempt to portray the power and extent of that flow of light.
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- Covers diverse topics: Yoga systems, scriptures, Hindu and Buddhist philosophies
- Explains Yogic cosmology, Gods and Goddesses, Sanskrit and Mantra
- Discusses Vedic view of society, Karma and Rebirth, rituals
- Includes Ayurveda and Hindu Astrology (Jyotish)
- Aims to present the spiritual tradition of India to the modern mind
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Questions about this book
What topics does this book cover?
It covers a wide range of topics including different systems of Yoga, scriptures of India, Hindu and Buddhist philosophies, Yogic cosmology, deities, Sanskrit and mantra, Vedic society, karma and rebirth, rituals, Ayurveda, and Hindu astrology.
Is this book suitable for beginners?
Yes, it is described as an accessible and relevant overview of the spiritual tradition of India, making it suitable for those new to the subject.
Does the book cover both Hindu and Buddhist philosophies?
Yes, it includes philosophies from both Hindu and Buddhist traditions.
What is the author's approach?
The author attempts to portray the power and extent of the spiritual tradition of India, presenting it clearly to the modern mind.