Excerpt from The Vedic Religion: Or the Creed and Practice of the Indo-Aryans Three Thousand Years Ago
My own feeling is that a missionary to the Hindus should know Hinduism. But no human being can thoroughly know Hinduism with its Sanskrit mss. Happily the highest authority among them is the Sanhita of the rig-veda. There is no appeal from it. This, though about half the size of the Bible, a missionary can master as regards its subject matter. To help him to do so the following pages have been written, in the hope that the Spirit of God may use them for the pulling down of strongholds, and for the building up of His own kingdom in India. K. S. M.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book provides unique insights into the spirituality of the ancient world through an exploration of the Rig Veda, the oldest hymn-book in the world. The author delves into the religious beliefs and practices of the early Aryans, offering a fascinating glimpse into the origins of religious thought. The author analyzes the hymns of the Rig Veda to reveal the Aryans' notions of sin, morality, and their relationship with the divine. The analysis of the concepts of "sin" and "repentance" illustrates the complexity of the Vedic understanding of human nature and transgression. The book also sheds light on the socio-religious beliefs of the era, including the absence of caste distinctions, the recognition of female poets, and the absence of a structured priesthood. The author draws comparisons with other ancient religious texts and traditions to provide a wider historical context for the Rig Veda. The author's insightful exploration of the Vedic hymns offers a captivating glimpse into the beliefs and practices of a remarkable ancient civilization. Through the lens of the Rig Veda, this book illuminates the fundamental human quest for meaning and connection with the divine, making it a valuable resource for scholars, religious enthusiasts, and anyone interested in the evolution of spirituality. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781330393550_0
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