Rig-Veda-Sanhita: A Collection Of Ancient Hindu Hymns, Constituting The Second Ashtaka, Or Book, Of The Rig Veda (1854) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781165042852)

The Rig-Veda-Sanhita is a book that contains a collection of ancient Hindu hymns. It is considered to be the second Ashtaka, or book, of the Rig Veda, which is one of the oldest sacred texts of Hinduism. The book was translated by Horace Hayman Wilson and published in 1854. The Rig-Veda-Sanhita contains 429 hymns, which are divided into ten books or Mandalas. The hymns are written in Vedic Sanskrit and are dedicated to various gods and goddesses, such as Agni, Indra, and Soma. The book is a valuable resource for scholars and students of Hinduism, as it provides insight into the beliefs and practices of ancient Hindus. It is also a fascinating read for anyone interested in the history and culture of India.The Oldest Authority For The Religious And Social Institutions Of The Hindus.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.

Author: Horace Hayman Wilson
ISBN-10: 1165042851
ISBN-13: 9781165042852
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 376
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.59lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.00d