Researches Into the History and Civilization of the Kirātas


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The kiratas janapadas, kingdoms, principalities, urban culture, subjugation by the contemporary rulers, dynastic rule in northern India and Nepal, based on a large number of rare sources have received extensive and deep attention in a subtle and penetrating way. The author has brought to light several valuable facets relating. The work is based on interdisciplinary research. The author has critically examined the relevance of historical, anthropological and linguistic data. The work is of immense academic value not only for historians but also for anthropologists and linguists.




The Christ We Adore


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Mankind has been offering its heartfelt adoration at the altar of Jesus the Christ for over two millenniums. And even today this child of Mary remains the source of inspiration for millions the world over. In this booklet published by Advaita Ashrama, a publication centre of Ramakrishna Math, Belur Math, India, the reader will be struck by the depth of knowledge shown by the author and his fine perception of the inner subtleties of the teachings of Jesus which touch the chord of universal Truth present in every heart. Note: This book contains words with diacritical marks. Kindly use the 'Original' font option in Google Play Books Android app.




Historical Researches Into Some Aspects of the Culture and Civilization of North-East India


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This book deals with various facets of cultures and civilization of north-east India. It contains valuable information about the pre-historic megalithic cultures of the hill tribes, the genesis and growth of tribal culture, their exposure to civilization Aryanisation and Sanskritization, especially in the valley of Manipur. The book also deals with growth of Hinduism and Buddhism among the tribal people and all other related cultural facets in a lucid style.










The Monk Without Frontiers


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This is a compilation of 134 reminiscences of Swami Ranganathananda, presenting his multi-faceted personality in an inspiring as well as interesting manner. The Swami, in his long monastic career of about eight decades, had contributed in diverse fields, of which the most significant and notable one, for which he was reputed all over the world, was his contribution as the cultural and spiritual ambassador of India to the world. A very colourful picture of the Swami thus emerges out of the pages of this book. Published by Advaita Ashrama, a publication house of Ramakrishna Math, Belur Math, India.