[PDF] Rigveda Select Verses Sanskrit Original And English Translation eBook

Author : Chayan Seal
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Page : 156 pages
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Release : 2020-02-13
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RIGVEDA - SELECT VERSES - SANSKRIT ORIGINAL AND ENGLISH TRANSLATION is the ONLY book or material available today (in any format) that gives the original Vedic Sanskrit text along with detailed, word-by-word, modern English translation and explanation of the Rigveda. So, I decided to share my UNIQUE work with others who might be interested to really understand these verses but might not know Vedic Sanskrit to do it themselves. The Rigveda contains a total of about 10600 verses in 1028 hymns in 10 books. Based on linguistic and contextual evidence, the books, as well as the verses within each book, are identified as composed at different times, spanning the entire Vedic age from its early to its late periods. Each verse consists of a Samhita text, in which the words follow the rules of sandhi (euphonic combination) for recitation, and a Padapatha text, in which the uncombined words are retained to easily convey the meaning. I have selected 120 verses of the Rigveda that appeal to me from prevalent religious, cultural, social, literary, and linguistic perspectives, based on the following personal criteria. * Verses of Vishnu, Sarasvati, Rudra (Shiva) * Verses listing Durga, Brahma, Ganesh, Sita, Lakshmi * Select verses of Agni, Varuna, Indra, Savitr, Usha * All verses of Devi, Nasadiya, and Sanjnana hymns * Select verses of Purusha and Hiranyagarbha hymns * Verses offering glimpses of Vedic society and beliefs * Quotable verses of universal teachings and quests * Verses from each book, spanning the entire Vedic age In this work, I have methodically analyzed the Vedic Sanskrit morphology, syntax, semantics, and beliefs to derive my own American English translation. Throughout, I have drawn on traditional and rational definitions to translate into modern context and contemporary vocabulary, while staying true to the essence of the original words or phrases. Where expressions have obscure or multiple meanings, my rendition might differ from others who preferred a different connotation. Since no one truly knows the original interpretation the ancient sages had in mind, I have carefully refrained from unnecessary inference or flourish of my own. I have arranged one verse per page into two columns: the original verse and its translation in the left column, and the detailed morphology and meaning of each word in the right column. I have further organized the left column in the following order: the Samhita text in Devanagari script, its transliteration in English letters for those who cannot read Devanagari, and its English translation; the Padapatha text in Devanagari script, its transliteration in English letters, and its rearrangement in Devanagari in the word order of the English translation. In the page title, I show the verse number in book-hymn-verse format; followed by whom or what the verse is dedicated to in Devanagari, English transliteration, and customary English; and, where applicable, the contemporary association of the verse. Below the title, I list the name of the sage (composer), the meter (rhythm), and the Vedic period of the verse in parentheses.

Author : Sri Aurobindo
Publisher : editionNEXT.com
Page : 741 pages
File Size : 50,10 MB
Release : 2016-04-11
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"The Secret of The Veda" by Sri Aurobindo. This book is collection of Sri Aurobindo’s various writings on the Veda and his translations of some of the hymns, originally published in the monthly review 'Arya' between August 1914 and 1920. This book contains few scripts in Sanskrit language. If you are unable to read Sanskrit script don't worry all scripts are translated in English and with proper Sanskrit pronunciation in Roman character.

Author : Stephanie Jamison
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 38,19 MB
Release : 2020-02-23
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0190633387

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The Rigveda is a monumental text in both world religion and world literature, yet outside a small band of specialists it is little known. Composed in the latter half of the second millennium BCE, it stands as the foundational text of what would later be called Hinduism. The text consists of over a thousand hymns dedicated to various divinities, composed in sophisticated and often enigmatic verse. This concise guide from two of the Rigveda's leading English-language scholars introduces the text and breaks down its large range of topics--from meditations on cosmic enigmas to penetrating reflections on the ability of mortals to make contact with and affect the divine and cosmic realms through sacrifice and praise--for a wider audience.

Author : Eleanor Fitzgerald
Publisher : Independently Published
Page : 126 pages
File Size : 40,31 MB
Release : 2021-08-24
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The ancient texts of Hinduism are considered to be Vedas, which are four in number. Rigveda is considered to be the oldest of these. It has been considered important not only from religious and cultural point of view but also from many aspects like philosophical, literary etc. Rigveda also has the distinction of being one of the oldest books in the world. Some manuscripts of Rigveda have been saved as a world heritage. After all, what is special in the Rigveda? Why is it considered the ancient book of the world? Let's know. What is in Rigveda? It is well known that Rigveda is the oldest and highest of the four Vedas. The Samhita of the Rigveda is also called the Rik Samhita. Rik means hymn mantra, also called Samhita compilation. In this way, it can be said about Rigveda that such a compilation of such mantras can be done in praise. In the Vedic period, different parts of nature were considered as Gods. Most of the mantras in Rigveda are also in praise of the deities. Most of the mantras are in praise of Indra Devta. The number of mantras in Rigveda is considered to be 10552. Form of Rigveda? Rigveda is divided into two types. In which there are ten mandalas in the first, anuvak in the mandalas, hymns in anuvak, hymns in the hymns, that is, mantras. This is called the Mandala sequence in which there are 10 Mandalas, 85 are Anuvakas, 1028 are Suktas and 10552 are Mantras. The second division of the Rigveda is called the Ashtak sequence in which it is divided into Ashtaks. The entire Rigveda is divided into eight ashtaks. There are eight chapters in an Ashtak, thus the entire Rigveda is divided into 64 chapters. Chapters are also divided into sections. However, the number of sections varies according to the chapter. The total number of classes is 2024. There are mantras in each class.Branches of Rigveda It is believed that in the beginning there were 21 branches of Rigveda, its 21 branches are also mentioned in the Mahabhashya written by Patanjali. In the book called Charanvyuh, these five branches have been described as Shakal, Vashkal, Ashvalayani, Shankhayani and Mandukayani. At present, only the Shakal branch of Rigveda is prevalent. The code of Shakal branch is considered special in many ways. Sage of Rigveda Mantras It is believed about the Vedas that it was not composed by any particular person, but various sages had knowledge of its mantras by God. The names of Gritsamad, Vishwamitra, Vamadeva, Atri, Bharadvaja, Vashishta, Bhrigu and Angira can be prominently mentioned among the sages who see the mantras of Rigveda. Veda Mantras Not only to male sages, but there have been some women in the Vedic era, to whom God gave the knowledge of mantras, in which the names of Vaak Ambhrini, Surya, Savitri, Sarparagni, Yami, Vaivaswati, Urvashi, Lopamudra, Ghosha etc. can go.

Author : Eknath Easwaran
Publisher : ReadHowYouWant.com
Page : 362 pages
File Size : 29,20 MB
Release : 2010-10-19
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1458778975

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Essence of the Upanishads - A Key to Indian Spirituality (Revised edition of Dialogue with Death, with new series preface and introduction - 19 new pages from transcripts of Easwaran's talks) Easwaran shows how the Katha Upanishad can help us understand our lives today Easwaran takes one of India's classic wisdom texts, the Katha Upanishad, and explains how it embraces all the key ideas of Indian spirituality within the context of a powerful mythic quest - the story of a young hero who ventures into the land of death in search of immortality. Illustrating the insights of the Katha through analogies and everyday examples, Easwaran shows how these ancient teachings help us gain a deeper understanding of our world and ourselves today.

Author : Ramananda Prasad
Publisher : Motilal Banarsidass Publ.
Page : 356 pages
File Size : 26,24 MB
Release : 1996
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9788120813908

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The Bhagavad-Gita has the original Sanskrit Text with Roman Transliteration, and a lucid English Rendition. Concise and to the point commentaries of two hundred twenty seven selected key verses are provided. One hundred thirtythree verses are printed in red to enable the first-time readers to study these verses before delving deep into the vast ocean of transcendental knowledge. The teachings of saints and sages of major religious denominations as well as world leaders and scholars have been included. Quotations from the Vedas, Puranas, Upanisads, Smrtis, Ramayana, Mahabharata, Bhakti-sutras, Brahma-sutra, Yoga-sutra, as well as other major scriptures of the world such as the Bible, Dhammapad and Koran have been incorporated to underline the basic unity of all religious thoughts and to promote the universal brotherhood of mankind. Epilogue, references, Sanskrit transliteration and pro-nunciation guide, glossary and index are provided. A guide to meditation, beautiful pictures and Gita Calisa are included for daily sadhana.