Publisher's Synopsis
Vedic Hymns V2: The Sacred Books of the East V46 is a book that contains a collection of ancient hymns and prayers from the Vedic period of India. The book is part of a larger series of translations of Eastern religious texts, and was translated by F. Max Muller, a renowned scholar of comparative religion. The hymns included in this volume are written in Sanskrit and are believed to have been composed between 1500 and 1000 BCE. They are dedicated to various gods and goddesses, and offer insights into the religious beliefs and practices of ancient India. The book also includes detailed notes and commentary by Muller, providing context and interpretation for the hymns. Overall, Vedic Hymns V2: The Sacred Books of the East V46 is a valuable resource for scholars and students of Hinduism and comparative religion, as well as anyone interested in exploring the rich spiritual traditions of ancient India.1897. The Sacred Books of the East series, comprising fifty volumes, has translations of key sacred texts of Hinduism, Buddhism, Taoism, Confucianism, Zoroastrianism, Jainism, and Islam. The series was edited by the famous linguist Max Muller, who also produced many of the translations and were the foundational documents for the new discipline known as the comparative science of religions. Vedic Hymns Part II contains: Hymns to Agni (Mandalas I-V). See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.
