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Language: English
Published by Motilal Banarsidass, Delhi, 1987, 437 pp., 1998
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Original red cloth with gilt lettering on the spine, spine bit discolored, minor traces of use, else in (very) good condition. Text in English and Sanskrit. Please see description or ask for photos.
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- Title
- Vedic Tantrism. A Study of Rgvidhana of Saunaka with Text and Translation.
- Author
- Bhat, M.S. (Critically edited in the original Sanskrit with an Introductory Study and Translated with Critical and Exegetical Notes)
- Publisher
- Motilal Banarsidass, Delhi, 1987, 437 pp.
- Publication year
- 1998
- Binding
- Hardcover
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 8120801970
- ISBN 13
- 9788120801974
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
The Rgvidhana ascribed to Saunaka is the earliest manual of magic or magic-religious rites and practices anticipating the later tantric rites. It employs hymns, parts of hymns and even verses from the Rgveda for those who are desirous of attaining the four aims of human existence with least effort.
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Language Notes
Text: English
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