Hinduism Books

This book is a comprehensive study of Brahmanism, the dominant religion of India. It covers the origin, history, beliefs, practices, and scriptures of Brahmanism. It also analyzes the impact of Brahmanism on the Indian society and culture. This book is...

This collection of lectures was given by members of the Cohasset Vedanta Centre, an organization dedicated to promoting the teachings of Hinduism in the United States. The talks cover a range of topics, including spirituality, the nature of the self, and...

Die älteste der heiligen Schriften des Hinduismus, die in vedischer Sprache verfasst ist. Ein zentrales Werk der indischen Kulturgeschichte, das bis heute von Bedeutung ist.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is...

Drawing on a wide range of sources, including ancient manuscripts and archaeological findings, Kenneth Somerled Macdonald offers a fascinating insight into the religious beliefs and practices of the Indo-Aryan civilization. Macdonald argues that the...

Written by the ancient Indian sage Manu, The Dama That (also known as The Laws of Manu) is a foundational text of Hindu law and ethics. This translation, by D. Richardson, provides readers with a clear and accessible rendering of Manu's teachings, which...

Les Lois de Manou sont un texte fondamental pour les études sur l'Inde ancienne. Écrit entre le IIe siècle avant J.-C. et le IIe siècle de notre ère, le texte présente les institutions religieuses et civiles qui ont façonné la vie des Indiens pendant des...

This book is a comprehensive study of the Rig-veda, one of the oldest sacred texts of Hinduism. It provides detailed analysis and commentary on the repeated verses and distichs of the text, making it a valuable resource for scholars and students of...

Dieses Buch enthält eine Übersetzung der ersten neun Bücher des Rig-Veda, einer der ältesten vedischen Texte, der aus einer Sammlung von Hymnen besteht. Die Übersetzung stammt von Hermann Grassmann, einem deutschen Sprachforscher und Orientalisten des 19...

Eine Zusammenstellung von Forschungsarbeiten im Bereich der indischen Religionsgeschichte. Die Beiträge beschäftigen sich unter anderem mit vedischen Hymnen und Ritualen sowie der Bedeutung von Göttern und Göttinnen in der indischen Mythologie.This work...

This book provides an insightful introduction to the practice of mind training in Hinduism. Drawing on ancient sources and modern interpretations, the authors explore the theory and practice of meditation, visualization, and other techniques for...

In diesem Werk untersucht Ferdinand Kittel den Ursprung und die Bedeutung des Lingakultes im Hinduismus. Er geht auf die Geschichte, Mythen und Bräuche ein, die mit dieser Form der Verehrung von Shiva verbunden sind.This work has been selected by...

Hinduism is one of the world's oldest and most complex religions, with a rich history and philosophy. In this comprehensive guide, Guru Prosad Sen provides an in-depth exploration of the Hindu tradition, covering everything from the Vedas to modern...

This insightful book explores the ways in which Hinduism has been interpreted and practiced in Europe and America, from the early nineteenth century to the present day. Drawing on a range of sources, including travelogues, religious texts, and personal...

This book is a comprehensive introduction to Vedanta philosophy, focusing on the concept of reincarnation. The author, Swami Abhedananda, provides a clear and accessible explanation of the key principles of Vedanta, and draws on examples from Hindu...

In this classic text on Hinduism, Kittel examines the role of sacrifice in religious practice and spirituality. Drawing on scriptures and commentaries, he presents a nuanced understanding of the significance of yajna and yaga in the Hindu tradition.This...

In this pioneering work, Ethel May Kitch explores the origins of subjectivity in Hindu thought. Drawing on a wide range of Hindu texts, Kitch traces the development of the concept of the self from its earliest roots to its mature expression in the...

This book is a translation of the Bhagavad Gita, a Hindu text that is considered one of the most important works of classical Indian literature. The translation is accompanied by extensive notes and commentary, making it an ideal resource for students...

Dieses Buch ist ein unverzichtbares Werk für alle, die sich für die Kultur und Geschichte des antiken Indiens interessieren. Autor Peter von Bohlen befasst sich hier mit der Entstehung der vedischen Literatur und Philosophie. Der Leser erfährt dabei viel...

Náradíya Dharmasástra is an ancient Hindu text that lays out the principles of dharma, or moral duty. It covers a wide range of topics, including family life, social hierarchy, and religious observance. This English translation of the Institutes of...

Hindu Thought is a fascinating exploration of the religious books of India. Written by William Arthur Leonard, a scholar of religious philosophy, it offers a unique insight into the complex and diverse world of Hinduism. Ideal for anyone interested in...

This critical edition of the Jaiminiya Brahmana provides a valuable window into the early history of Indian religion and philosophy. Raghuvira's scholarly translation comes with detailed notes and an introduction, making it an essential resource for...

A profound exploration of ancient Hindu philosophy, Trividya explores the three aspects of ultimate reality: Brahman, Paramātman, and Bhagavān. Written by an unknown author, this work has been highly influential in Indian religious and philosophical...

Le Rig-Véda est l'un des textes religieux les plus importants de l'hindouisme. Cette traduction française du texte sacré védique rassemble les hymnes les plus significatifs en une seule édition abordable. Les lecteurs trouveront ce livre pertinent pour...

Pancha Mahayagna Vidhi is a Hindu devotional text that lays out the ritualistic practices of conducting five types of sacrifices for different purposes, such as pleasing the gods, serving the ancestors, and helping the needy. The author, a scholar of...

This comprehensive reference work provides an alphabetical index of all the words in the Rigveda, one of the oldest sacred texts of Hinduism, facilitating the study and analysis of its language and meaning.This work has been selected by scholars as being...

Le Rig-Véda est l'un des plus anciens livres sacrés de l'hindouisme. Dans cet ouvrage, Paul Regnaud offre une traduction fidèle et accessible du texte original. Il explore également le culte védique du soma et examine ses implications philosophiques et...

A comprehensive guide to the Sri Lalitha Sahasra Namavivaranamu, an important Hindu text that offers deep insights into the divine feminine and encourages spiritual growth.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part...

This book is a fascinating exploration of the ancient Hindu text the Maha Saura Mantra. The author provides detailed analysis and interpretation of the text, as well as instructions for how to incorporate its lessons into daily life.This work has been...

Gain a deeper understanding of Hinduism with this collection of essays by H.T. Colebrooke. These timeless works explore the intricacies of Hindu religion and philosophy, offering insights and perspectives that are as relevant today as they were when they...

In this thought-provoking book, Swami Vivekananda explains the teachings of Vedanta philosophy as it relates to Jnana Yoga. Through a series of lectures, he explores the nature of reality, the ultimate goal of human life, and the means to attain...

This classic text offers a comprehensive guide to the spiritual teachings of Hinduism. The Upanishads are a collection of ancient Sanskrit texts that explore the nature of the universe, the soul, and the relationship between the individual and the divine...

This collection of hymns, prayers, and spiritual teachings is a tribute to the Hindu saint Sri Shivananda. Filled with wisdom and devotion, this book is a must-read for anyone seeking spiritual inspiration and guidance.This work has been selected by...

Sri Kaalahasteeshwara Shatakam is a collection of devotional poems in praise of Lord Shiva, written by Mahakavi Dhurjati, a 16th-century Telugu poet. The poems are noted for their beauty and simplicity, and express a deep reverence for the divine.This...

Swami Vivekananda was one of the most influential spiritual leaders of the late nineteenth century, and this book offers readers a unique perspective on his life and teachings. Written by one of his closest disciples, Sister Nivedita, this book provides...

A collection of teachings and aphorisms from the Indian sage and philosopher Swami Vivekananda, offering insights into spirituality, self-realization, and Hindu philosophy. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the spiritual traditions of...

The Mystics, Ascetics, and Saints of India is a comprehensive study of the Sadhu movement in India. The book provides a detailed account of the Yogis, Sanyasis, Bairagis, and other religious figures that make up this diverse community of Hindu sectarians...

The Twenty-Eight Upanishads Îsha Others is a comprehensive collection of the most important Hindu scriptures, compiled over a period of centuries and spanning a wide range of philosophical and religious topics. These texts explore the nature of the self,...

Sri Venkata Chala Mahtyamu is a classic of Telugu devotional literature, recounting the life and teachings of the revered saint and philosopher Sri Venkateswara. Written by the renowned poet Tarigonda Venkamamba, this work is a poetic and deeply...

The Nighantu and the Nirukta is a classic of ancient Indian literature. Written in Sanskrit, the book is a dictionary of important words from Vedic literature, along with commentary and interpretation. Compiled in the 5th or 6th century BCE, the Nighantu...

This scholarly work explores the mysteries of Vedic chronology and the science of Vedanga Jyotisha. Written by one of India's foremost scholars, this book offers a fascinating glimpse into the cultural and spiritual practices of ancient India. Along the...

This sacred text from Hindu tradition offers a thousand names of Lord Vishnu, one of the great deities of the Hindu pantheon. Reciting these names is said to lead to spiritual growth and a deeper connection with the divine. With commentary from the...

A groundbreaking study of the Vedas, the ancient Hindu scriptures, which challenges conventional theories of their origin and composition. Bal Gangadhar Tilak argues that the Vedas are substantially older than previously believed, and draws on a wide...

Valmiki Maharshi Pranitham Sri Ramayanam Sundarakanda is a Telugu language translation of the Sundarakanda section of the Hindu epic Ramayana. The translation was done by Sri Tridandi Sri Mannarayana Ramanuja Jeeyar Swami, a Hindu scholar and spiritual...

A comprehensive study of the Brahmanas, one of the key texts of the Vedas, providing insights into the ancient Indian civilization and religious practices. MacDonald's treatment of the Brahmanas is one of the most thorough and detailed available, making...

This classic work of Hindu literature has been translated countless times, but few versions have captured the lyrical beauty and spiritual power of the original like Edwin Arnold's. Originally published in 1885, The Song Celestial is an English rendering...

The Ashtavakra Gita is a classic Hindu text that offers deep insights into the nature of reality and the human experience. Written in the form of a dialogue between the sage Ashtavakra and his disciple King Janaka, this book explores the nature of self,...