The Katha Upanishad Which Tells The Wisdom Of Death

The Katha Upanishad Which Tells The Wisdom Of Death

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The Katha Upanishad Which Tells The Wisdom Of Death is a book written by Charles F. Horne. It is a translation of the ancient Indian text, the Katha Upanishad, which is one of the most important philosophical and spiritual texts in Hinduism. The Katha Upanishad is a dialogue between a young boy named Nachiketa and the god of death, Yama. In this dialogue, Yama teaches Nachiketa about the nature of the soul, the cycle of birth and death, and the ultimate goal of human life. The book explores the themes of death, rebirth, karma, and the search for enlightenment. It is a profound and thought-provoking work that offers insights into the nature of existence and the human condition. The translation by Charles F. Horne is highly regarded for its clarity and accessibility, making this ancient text accessible to modern readers.THIS 20 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Sacred Books and Early Literature of the East: India and Brahmanism, by Charles F. Horne. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 076610012X.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.

Book information

ISBN: 9781162824277
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Imprint: Kessinger Publishing
Pub date:
Language: English
Number of pages: 20
Weight: 54g
Height: 191mm
Width: 234mm
Spine width: 1mm