The Vedas are a large body of texts originating in ancient India. Composed in Vedic Sanskrit, the texts constitute the oldest layer of Sanskrit literature and the oldest scriptures of Hinduism. 4 VEDAS: The Rigveda The Yajurveda The Samaveda The Atharvaveda

Ramayana is an ancient Indian epic poem which narrates the struggle of the divine prince Rama to rescue his wife Sita from the demon king Ravana. Along with the Mahabharata, it forms the Hindu Itihasa. The epic, traditionally ascribed to the Hindu sage Valmiki, narrates the life of Rama, the legendary prince of the Kosala Kingdom. It follows his fourteen-year exile to the forest from the kingdom, by his father King Dasharatha, on request of his second wife Kaikeyi. His travels across fores...

In India both the Rgveda and the Atharvaveda represent the earliest age in the history of sacred literature. However the spirit of the Atharvaveda breathes of a prehistoric stage. Some of its charms, witchcrafts and exorcism go back to Indo-European period. Dr. A. Kuhn has proved how some of its spells for curing bodily ailments agree in purpose and content as well as to some extent even in form, with certain old German, Lettic and Russian charms. Every evil thing in nature, from a drought...

"The Ramayana" attributed to the historical sage Valmiki is one of India's maximum celebrated epic poems. Book 2, additionally referred to as "Ayodhyakanda," is a pivotal a part of this epic. This book takes the narrative forward, exploring the aftermath of Lord Rama's banishment and the challenges confronted via his family.In "Ayodhyakanda," the point of interest shifts to Ayodhya, the dominion Rama left behind. It delves into the emotional turmoil of King Dasharatha, who is crushed with ...

"Book four of 'The Ramayana of Valmiki,' known as 'Kishkindhakanda,' continues the epic journey originally authored via the sage Valmiki and masterfully translated into English by Ralph T. H. Griffith. This phase of the epic offers a extensive shift inside the narrative, focusing on the look for Lord Rama's cherished spouse, Sita. 'Kishkindhakanda' is named after the monkey state of Kishkindha, where Rama and his unswerving brother, Lakshmana, shape an alliance with the monkey-king Sugriva...

"Book 6 of 'The Ramayana of Valmiki,' referred to as 'Uttarakanda,' is the concluding bankruptcy of this undying Indian epic, authored by way of the sage Valmiki and skillfully translated into English through Ralph T. H. Griffith. This book brings to a close the epic saga of Lord Rama and his divine journey. 'Uttarakanda' selections up the narrative after Rama's effective rescue of his wife, Sita, from the clutches of the demon king Ravana. The book maintains to discover the challenges and...

The Vedas are a collection of hymns and other ancient religious texts written in India between about 1500 and 1000 BCE. It includes elements such as liturgical material as well as mythological accounts, poems, prayers, and formulas considered to be sacred by the Vedic religion.According to tradition, Vyasa is the compiler of the Vedas, who arranged the four kinds of mantras into four Samhitas(Collections). There are four Vedas: the Rigveda, the Yajurveda, the Samaveda and th...

The 'Rámáyan of Válmíki' is an epic poem that narrates the adventures of Prince Rama in his quest to rescue his wife Sita from the demon king Ravana. This timeless classic is known for its vivid descriptions, intricate plot, and diverse range of characters. Válmíki's literary style blends poetry with moral teachings, making it a compelling read for those interested in Indian mythology and culture. The epic's themes of loyalty, honor, and the triumph of good over evil resonate with readers ...

Brought to you by Altrusian Grace Media and narrated by Matthew Schmitz.The Rig Veda stands as one of the oldest surviving testaments to human thought—a luminous tapestry of hymns composed over three millennia ago in the fertile lands of ancient India. More than a sacred text, it is a record of revelation, ritual, and the riddle of existence, set to the rhythms of fire and sky.This collection of over one thousand hymns—composed in Vedic Sanskrit (presented here in English) and attr...

In India both the Rgveda and the Atharvaveda represent the earliest age in the history of sacred literature. However the spirit of the Atharvaveda breathes of a prehistoric stage. Some of its charms, witchcrafts and exorcism go back to Indo-European period. Dr. A. Kuhn has proved how some of its spells for curing bodily ailments agree in purpose and content as well as to some extent even in form, with certain old German, Lettic and Russian charms. Every evil thing in nature, from a drought...

First Published in 2000. This is Volume II of thirteen the Oriental series looking at Persia. Written around 1882, this book includes a translation from Persian to English of the love poem by Jami of ‘Yusuf and Zulaikha initially created in the fifteenth century.

HYMN I A prayer to Vāchaspati for divine illumination and help. Now may Vāchaspati assign to me the strength and powers of Those Who, wearing every shape and form, the triple seven, are wandering round. Come thou again, Vāchaspati, come with divine intelligence. Vasoshpati, repose thou here. In me be Knowledge, yea, in me. Here, even here, spread sheltering arms like the two bow-ends strained with cord. This let Vāchaspati confirm. In me be Knowledge, yea, in me. Vāchaspati hath been invok...