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Joël Dicker

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Hindu Mythology, Vedic and Puranic is a comprehensive book written by W. J. Wilkins that explores the rich and diverse world of Hindu mythology. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on the Vedic period and the second part delving into the Puranic period.In the first part, Wilkins provides an overview of the Vedic period, which spans from around 1500 BCE to 500 BCE. He discusses the major gods and goddesses of this period, including Indra, Agni, Soma, and Varuna, and explores their roles and significance in Vedic mythology. He also provides insights into the Vedic society, its religious practices, and the rituals and sacrifices that were performed.The second part of the book focuses on the Puranic period, which spans from around 500 BCE to 500 CE. Wilkins provides an overview of the Puranas, which are a collection of ancient Hindu texts that contain stories and legends about the gods and goddesses of Hinduism. He discusses the major gods and goddesses of this period, including Brahma, Vishnu, Shiva, and Devi, and explores their roles and significance in Puranic mythology. He also provides insights into the Puranic society, its religious practices, and the rituals and festivals that were observed.Throughout the book, Wilkins provides detailed descriptions of the various myths and legends associated with Hindu mythology, and offers insights into their cultural and historical significance. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Hindu mythology, and provides a comprehensive overview of this rich and complex tradition.1882. The author's objective is to present a full and trustworthy account of the mythology of the Hindus. Contents: The Vedic Deities; The Puranic Deities; and The Inferior Deities.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.

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