The Mythology Of All Races V6: Indian, Iranian (1917) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781166068202)

The Mythology of All Races Volume 6: Indian, Iranian (1917) is a comprehensive study of the mythology and religious beliefs of the Indian and Iranian cultures. Written by Arthur Berriedale Keith, a renowned scholar of Indian and Iranian languages and cultures, this book explores the rich and complex mythological traditions of these two ancient civilizations.The book is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on Indian mythology and the second part on Iranian mythology. Each section provides a detailed analysis of the major deities, myths, and rituals of the respective cultures, drawing on a wide range of primary sources including ancient texts, archaeological evidence, and folk traditions.The Indian section covers the Vedic and Puranic traditions, as well as the mythology of the Jain and Buddhist religions. It explores the stories of the major gods and goddesses such as Brahma, Vishnu, Shiva, and Kali, as well as the myths surrounding the creation of the world and the cycle of life and death.The Iranian section delves into the mythology of the Zoroastrian religion, which was the dominant religion of ancient Persia. It examines the beliefs and rituals of the ancient Persians, including their worship of the god Ahura Mazda and their belief in the dualistic struggle between good and evil.Overall, The Mythology of All Races Volume 6: Indian, Iranian (1917) is an essential resource for anyone interested in the mythology and religious beliefs of these two ancient cultures. It provides a detailed and authoritative account of their rich and complex traditions, shedding light on the beliefs and practices that have shaped these civilizations for thousands of years.In Thirteen Volumes.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: Arthur Berriedale Keith, Albert Joseph Carnoy
ISBN-10: 116606820X
ISBN-13: 9781166068202
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 594
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.73lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.20d