Ancient India's Myths and Beliefs
by Phillips, Charles; Kerrigan, Michael; Gould, DavidFormat: Hardcover
Pub. Date: 2011-12-15
Publisher(s): Rosen Pub Group
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Summary
The greatest myths of India, drawn from the sacred texts and traditions of Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism are presented for readers. The Indian gods and goddesses portrayed in this colorful mythology are creators and protectors, but often they are also warriors and destroyers, particularly when fighting demons. Supported by beautiful Indian art works and full-color photography, the text shows readers how these ancient tales helped Indians explain creation, birth, death, love, and the purpose of humans' earthly life.
Table of Contents
| A Sacred History | p. 6 |
| The Riches of the Indus | p. 8 |
| Picture Essay: City of Victory | p. 24 |
| Tales of the Epic Divinities | p. 26 |
| Creation and Sacrifice | p. 28 |
| The First of the Gods | p. 30 |
| The Bringer of Plenty | p. 36 |
| God of Destruction, Lord of Life | p. 40 |
| Lord of the Dance | p. 42 |
| The Battles Between Fertility and Love | p. 46 |
| The Destruction of the Triple City | p. 48 |
| Holy Waters, Blessed Earth | p. 50 |
| Picture Essay: The Waters of Purification | p. 52 |
| The Many Masks of a Gentle God | p. 56 |
| The Great Preserver | p. 58 |
| Prince Rama and the Demon King | p. 62 |
| A Divine Shepherd Boy | p. 70 |
| Radha and Krishna | p. 75 |
| The Spirit and the Sword | p. 78 |
| Exile and Treachery | p. 80 |
| The Song of the Lord | p. 84 |
| Eighteen Days at Kurukshetra | p. 86 |
| The Journey to Paradise | p. 88 |
| Picture Essay: A Year of Festivals | p. 90 |
| Mothers of Creation | p. 92 |
| Forces of War and Fertility | p. 94 |
| Durga and the Buffalo Demon | p. 98 |
| The Daughter of the Mountains | p. 102 |
| Parvati's Golden Skin | p. 108 |
| Goddess of Good Fortune | p. 110 |
| Mistress of the Land | p. 112 |
| Picture Essay: The Living Goddess | p. 114 |
| Masters of Enlightenment | p. 116 |
| The Birth of the Buddha | p. 118 |
| The Buddha's 500 Faces | p. 124 |
| The Beneficent King | p. 126 |
| The Wandering Ascetic | p. 128 |
| The Spiritual Anatomy of Jainism | p. 130 |
| The Life of Mahavira | p. 132 |
| The Legacy of Indian Myth | p. 134 |
| Glossary | p. 138 |
| For More Information | p. 138 |
| For Further Reading | p. 139 |
| Index | p. 139 |
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