Hindu Gods and Heroes


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Step into the enchanting world of ancient mythology with Hindu Gods and Heroes by Lionel D. Barnett. This captivating book offers a detailed exploration of the vibrant and rich tapestry of Hindu mythology, bringing to life the gods, heroes, and legends that have shaped Indian culture for millennia. Through Barnett's expert narrative, the epic tales of gods like Vishnu, Shiva, and Brahma, along with the heroic stories of figures like Rama and Arjuna, are woven together in a compelling narrative. The book serves as both an introduction and an in-depth study of the fascinating world of Hindu mythology.But here’s the question: What is it about these ancient gods and heroes that continues to captivate millions of people across the world? Is there a timeless wisdom hidden in their stories that speaks to our modern lives? Hindu Gods and Heroes is more than just a collection of myths; it’s a window into the spiritual and moral lessons that have influenced generations. Barnett's work sheds light on how these stories continue to inspire and provide guidance in today’s world. Are you ready to explore the divine and heroic forces that have shaped a culture for thousands of years?If you’ve ever been curious about the gods and heroes that live at the heart of one of the world’s most ancient spiritual traditions, this book is a must-read. It will enrich your understanding of Hinduism and the profound influence its mythology has had on global culture. Don't miss out on discovering the divine stories of the Hindu pantheon. Purchase Hindu Gods and Heroes today and immerse yourself in the timeless myths that continue to resonate with millions.Take the first step towards a deeper understanding of Hindu mythology and its heroes. Get your copy of Hindu Gods and Heroes now and embark on a journey into the divine!




Readings for the Young


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Hindu Gods and Heroes


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Hindu Gods and Heroes


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He religion of the Aryans of India was essentially a worship of spirits sometimes spirits of real persons, sometimes imaginary spirits and that, although in early days it provisionally found room for personifications of natural forces, it could not digest them into Great Gods, and therefore they have either disappeared or, if surviving, remain as mere Struldbrugs. Thus, being heretic in relation to both the Solar Theory and the Vegetation Theory, as everyone must be who takes the trouble to study Hindu nature without prejudice. Lionel David Barnett CB FBA (21 October 1871 – 28 January 1960) was an English orientalist. The son of a Liverpool banker, Barnett was educated at Liverpool High School, Liverpool Institute, University College, Liverpool and Trinity College, Cambridge, where he took a first class degree in classics and was three times a winner of a Browne medal.




Dice and Gods on the Silk Road


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What do dice and gods have in common? What is the relationship between dice divination and dice gambling? This interdisciplinary collaboration situates the tenth-century Chinese Buddhist “Divination of Maheśvara” within a deep Chinese backstory of divination with dice and numbers going back to at least the 4th century BCE. Simultaneously, the authors track this specific method of dice divination across the Silk Road and into ancient India through a detailed study of the material culture, poetics, and ritual processes of dice divination in Chinese, Tibetan, and Indian contexts. The result is an extended meditation on the unpredictable movements of gods, dice, divination books, and divination users across the various languages, cultures, and religions of the Silk Road.