A Study of the Bhâgavata Purâna; or, Esoteric Hinduism
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"A Study of the Bhâgavata Purâna; or, Esoteric Hinduism" by Pürnendu Narayana Sinha is a scholarly work written in the early 20th century. This publication analyzes the Bhâgavata Purâna, one of the most revered texts in Hinduism, particularly among devotees of Lord Vishnu. The book explores the significance, themes, and teachings of this ancient scripture in the context of esoteric Hinduism." "At the start of the study, the author provides a preface addressing the importance of the Bhâgavata Purâna, citing its popularity and the respect it commands within the Hindu community. The text emphasizes the Purâna's central theme of devotion (Bhakti) towards Bhagavân, or the Supreme Being, and discusses critiques it has faced from scholars unfamiliar with its religious context. The beginning further presents a discourse between the sage Vyâsa and the sage Nârada, where they delve into the essence and purpose of the Bhâgavata, setting the stage for a deeper exploration of its philosophical and spiritual teachings."
A Study of the Bhâgavata Purâna; or, Esoteric Hinduism, from the public domain. Republished by OpenStories from Project Gutenberg eBook #39442.
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31 Chapters
- 1.Front Matter345 words
- 2.Preface969 words
- 3.Preface4,712 words
- 4.Chapter I: The Creation522 words
- 5.Chapter II: Preservation by Lila Avataras3,087 words
- 6.Chapter II: Vasudeva and Sankarshana290 words
- 7.Chapter III: The Creation by Brahma1,990 words
- 8.Chapter IV: Divisions of Kala2,362 words
- 9.Chapter VI: Bhur and Varaha406 words
- 10.Chapter VII: The Story of Hiranyaksha1,025 words
- 11.Chapter VIII: Deva and Deva-Yoni Creation445 words
- 12.Chapter IX: The Progeny of Kardama421 words
- 13.Chapter X: Kapila's Instruction to His Mother Devahuti10,405 words
- 14.Chapter I: The Story of Dhruva1,095 words
- 15.Chapter II: The Story of Prithu1,022 words
- 16.Chapter III: The Story of the Prachina Barhis or Barhishad287 words
- 17.Chapter IV: The Allegory of Puranjana2,988 words
- 18.Chapter V: The Story of the Prachetas Brothers (1)8,491 words
- 19.Chapter V: The Story of the Prachetas Brothers (2)8,607 words
- 20.Chapter V: The Story of the Prachetas Brothers (3)8,793 words
- 21.Chapter V: The Story of the Prachetas Brothers (4)8,371 words
- 22.Chapter V: The Story of the Prachetas Brothers (5)7,832 words
- 23.Chapter V: The Story of the Prachetas Brothers (6)8,756 words
- 24.Chapter V: The Story of the Prachetas Brothers (7)8,849 words
- 25.Chapter V: The Story of the Prachetas Brothers (8)8,726 words
- 26.Chapter V: The Story of the Prachetas Brothers (9)8,743 words
- 27.Chapter V: The Story of the Prachetas Brothers (10)8,770 words
- 28.Chapter V: The Story of the Prachetas Brothers (11)8,708 words
- 29.Chapter V: The Story of the Prachetas Brothers (12)8,749 words
- 30.Chapter V: The Story of the Prachetas Brothers (13)8,279 words
- 31.Chapter V: The Story of the Prachetas Brothers (14)5,654 words