The Rig Veda
By Bibek Debroy
1000
First Published
3.92
Average Rating
480
Number of Pages
The earliest of the four Hindu religious scriptures known as the Vedas, and the first extensive composition to survive in any Indo-European language, the Rig Veda is a collection of over 1000 individual Sanskrit hymns. A work of intricate beauty, it provides a unique insight into early Indian mythology, religion and culture. This selection of 18 of the hymns, chosen for their eloquence and wisdom, focuses on the enduring themes of creation, sacrifice, death, women, the sacred plant soma and the gods. Inspirational and profound, it provides a fascinating introduction to one of the founding texts of Hindu scripture, an awesome and venerable ancient work of Vedic ritual, prayer, philosophy, legend and faith.
Avg Rating
3.92
Number of Ratings
1,722
5 STARS
37%
4 STARS
30%
3 STARS
24%
2 STARS
6%
1 STARS
3%
goodreads
Author
Bibek Debroy
Author · 19 books
Bibek Debroy is an Indian writer and economist.
