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The Hindu Rite of Entry Into Heaven: And Other Essays On Death And Ancestors in Hinduism

SKU: 9788120842441

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Explore the Hindu perspective on death and the afterlife in David M. Knipe’s “The Hindu Rite of Entry Into Heaven.” Published by The Bookish Owl, this collection of essays delves into funeral rituals, ancestor worship, and the journey of the soul (preta) from the ancient Vedas to modern-day practices. Gain insight into the sapindikarana ritual and Hindu beliefs surrounding death in Varanasi. This book offers a rich textual and ethnographic study of Hindu funerary rites, highlighting the importance of preserving these traditions in a rapidly changing world. Discover the diverse practices beyond Brahmanical rituals. ISBN: 9788120842441

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Description

  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Motilal Banarsidass Publishers (1 January 2019); Motilal Banarsidass Publishers
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 350 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 8120842448
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-8120842441
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 463 g
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 2 x 14 x 22 cm
  • Country of Origin ‏ : ‎ India
  • Importer ‏ : ‎ Motilal Banarsidass Publishers
  • Packer ‏ : ‎ Motilal Banarsidass Publishers
  • Generic Name ‏ : ‎ Book