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Book Title
The Samnyasa Upanisads: Hindu Scriptures on Asceticism and Renun,
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India
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India
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Publisher
Oxford University Press, Incorporated
ISBN-10
0195070453
ISBN-13
9780195070453
eBay Product ID (ePID)
83616

Product Key Features

Number of Pages
336 Pages
Publication Name
Samnyasa Upanisads : Hindu Scriptures on Asceticism and Renunciation
Language
English
Publication Year
1992
Subject
Religious, Hinduism / General, Hinduism / Sacred Writings
Type
Textbook
Subject Area
Religion, Philosophy
Author
Patrick Olivelle
Format
Trade Paperback

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1 in
Item Weight
14.9 Oz
Item Length
5.6 in
Item Width
8.3 in

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College Audience
LCCN
91-011353
Dewey Edition
20
Reviews
"I am delighted to have a fresh translation of the Upanisads."--Gurinder S. Mann, Columbia University, "Ever since Baptist missionary William Carey produced the firsttranslation of Upanisads texts, and the first grammar and dictionary ofSanskrit, Christians have recognized the value of this literature inunderstanding the pervasice world view of the Indian sub-continent."--Robert I.Garrett, JR., Southwest Baptist Theological Seminary, "Ever since Baptist missionary William Carey produced the first translation of Upanisads texts, and the first grammar and dictionary of Sanskrit, Christians have recognized the value of this literature in understanding the pervasice world view of the Indian sub-continent."--Robert I. Garrett,JR., Southwest Baptist Theological Seminary, "Much needed study of renunciation and an admirable collection to texts. Important work."--Donald P. St. John, Moravian College, "Easy to follow and well-explained."--L. G. Tewari, Sonoma State University"Finally! The translation we have been waiting for--a clean, modern, authentic, honorable, and readable rendering of the principal Upanisads. Olivelle's text is a great boon to students and teachers of Hinduism."--Stuart Smithers, University of Puget Sound"Ever since Baptist missionary William Carey produced the first translation of Upanisads texts, and the first grammar and dictionary of Sanskrit, Christians have recognized the value of this literature in understanding the pervasice world view of the Indian sub-continent."--Robert I. Garrett, JR., Southwest Baptist Theological Seminary"Excellent preface and background material."--Britt Towery, Baylor University"I am delighted to have a fresh translation of the Upanisads."--Gurinder S. Mann, Columbia University"A fine successor to Hume's translations."--John Holt, Bowdoin College"Outstanding book on a vitally important dimension of Hinduism....Clearly translated, and the introduction is very helpful for students."--Bruce M. Sullivan, Northern Arizona University"Much needed study of renunciation and an admirable collection to texts. Important work."--Donald P. St. John, Moravian College"This thematic lense for introduction both to the vast Upanisadic literature and the asceitic life will be useful for introducing students to the 'Hindu' tradition."--A.H. Mathias Zahniser, Asbury Theological Seminary"The definitive translation of texts seminal to understanding the Hindu tradition and particularly asceticism."--Douglas R. Brooks , University of Rochester"A welcome new translation. The texts contain much interesting material on the theme of renunciation, especially as it relates to ritual practices, and Olivelle is a recognized authority in these matters. The translation is first-rate--accurate and readable throughout. There is no question about the contribution it represents in the larger context of Indology or South Asian studies."--Gerald J. Larson, University of California, Santa Barbara"His analysis is stimulating as the translations are reliable. Combined, they comprise and essential textual contribution to our understanding of the meaning of religious renunciation in india."--Gail Hinich Sutherland, Louisiana State University, "The definitive translation of texts seminal to understanding the Hindu tradition and particularly asceticism."--Douglas R. Brooks , University of Rochester, "Finally! The translation we have been waiting for--a clean, modern,authentic, honorable, and readable rendering of the principal Upanisads.Olivelle's text is a great boon to students and teachers of Hinduism."--StuartSmithers, University of Puget Sound, "This thematic lense for introduction both to the vast Upanisadic literature and the asceitic life will be useful for introducing students to the 'Hindu' tradition."--A.H. Mathias Zahniser, Asbury Theological Seminary, "The definitive translation of texts seminal to understanding the Hindutradition, and particularly asceticism."--Douglas R. Brooks , University ofRochester, "A welcome new translation. The texts contain much interesting materialon the theme of renunciation, especially as it relates to ritual practices, andOlivelle is a recognized authority in these matters. The translation isfirst-rate--accurate and readable throughout. There is no question about thecontribution it represents in the larger context of Indology or South Asianstudies."--Gerald J. Larson, University of California, Santa Barbara, "Outstanding book on a vitally important dimension of Hinduism....Clearly translated, and the introduction is very helpful for students."--Bruce M. Sullivan, Northern Arizona University, "Finally! The translation we have been waiting for--a clean, modern, authentic, honorable, and readable rendering of the principal Upanisads. Olivelle's text is a great boon to students and teachers of Hinduism."--Stuart Smithers, University of Puget Sound, "This thematic lense for introduction both to the vast Upanisadicliterature and the asceitic life will be useful for introducing students to the'Hindu' tradition."--A.H. Mathias Zahniser, Asbury Theological Seminary, "Much needed study of renunciation and an admirable collection ot texts.Important work."--Donald P. St. John, Moravian College, "Outstanding book on a vitally important dimension of Hinduism....Clearlytranslated, and the introduction is very helpful for students."--Bruce M.Sullivan, Northern Arizona University, "His analysis is stimulating as the translations are reliable. Combined,they comprise and essential textual contribution to our understanding fo themeaning of religious renunciation in india."--Gail Hinich Sutherland, LouisianaState University
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Dewey Decimal
294.5/9218
Table Of Content
Note on the TranslationINTRODUCTION1. The Samnyasa Upanisads2. Renunciation and Society: The Inner Conflict of Tradition3. The Nature and Purpose of Renunciation4. The Rite of Renunciation5. The Classifications of Renouncers6. The Behavior and Customs of RenouncersTRANSLATIONS1. Aruni Upanisad2-3. Laghu-Samnyasa Upanisad and Kundika Upanisad4. Kathasruti Upanisad5. Paramahamsa Upanisad6. Jabala Upanisad7. Brahma Upanisad8. Asrama Upanisad9. Maitreya Upanisad10. Naradaparivrajaka Upanisad11. Nirvana Upanisad12. Bhiksuka Upanisad13. Turiyatitavadhuta Upanisad14. Brhat-Samnyasa Upanisad15. Paramahamsaparivrajaka Upanisad16. Parabrahma Upanisad17. Brhad-Avadhuta Upanisad18. Yajnavalkya Upanisad19. Satyayaniya Upanisad20. Laghu-Avadhuta UpanisadNotesBibliographyIndex
Synopsis
The first readable and accurate translation of twenty of the most authoritative Hindu documents pertaining to ascetic ideals and the ascetic way of life, this text opens to students a major source for the study of the Hindu ascetical institutions and of the historical changes they underwent during a period of a thousand years or more. Beginning with an analysis of the historical context that gave rise to Indian ascetical institutions and ideologies, Patrick Olivelle moves on to elucidate the meaning of renunciation--the central institution of holiness in most Hindu traditions--and the function and significance of the various elements that constitute the rite of renunciation. The Samnyasa Upanisads will be an unparalleled source of information and insight for students of Hinduism and Indian asceticism, mysticism, and holiness., The first readable and accurate translation of twenty of the most authoritative Hindu documents pertaining to ascetic ideals and the ascetic way of life, this text opens to students a major source for the study of the Hindu ascetical institutions and of the historical changes they underwentduring a period of a thousand years or more. Beginning with an analysis of the historical context that gave rise to Indian ascetical institutions and ideologies, Patrick Olivelle moves on to elucidate the meaning of renunciation--the central institution of holiness in most Hindu traditions--and thefunction and significance of the various elements that constitute the rite of renunciation. The Samnyasa Upanisads will be an unparalleled source of information and insight for students of Hinduism and Indian eticism, mysticism, andholiness., The first readable and accurate translation of twenty of the most authoritative Hindu documents pertaining to ascetic ideals and the ascetic way of life, this text opens to students a major source for the study of the Hindu ascetical institutions and of the historical changes they underwent during a period of a thousand years or more. Beginning with an analysis of the historical context that gave rise to Indian ascetical institutions and ideologies, Patrick Olivelle moves on to elucidate the meaning of renunciation-the central institution of holiness in most Hindu traditions-and the function and significance of the various elements that constitute the rite of renunciation. The Samnyasa Upanisads will be an unparalleled source of information and insight for students of Hinduism and Indian asceticism, mysticism, and holiness., The first readable and accurate translation of twenty of the most authoritative Hindu documents pertaining to ascetic ideals and the ascetic way of life, this text opens to students a major source for the study of the Hindu ascetical institutions and of the historical changes they underwent during a period of a thousand years or more. Beginning with an analysis of the historical context that gave rise to Indian ascetical institutions and ideologies, Patrick Olivelle moves on to elucidate the meaning of renunciation--the central institution of holiness in most Hindu traditions--and the function and significance of the various elements that constitute the rite of renunciation. The Samnyasa Upanisads will be an unparalleled source of information and insight for students of Hinduism and Indian eticism, mysticism, and holiness., The first readable and accurate translation of twenty of the most authoritative Hindu documents pertaining to ascetic ideals and the ascetic way of life, this text opens to students a major source for the study of the Hindu ascetical institutions and of the historical changes they underwent during a period of a thousand years or more. Beginning with an analysis of the historical context that gave rise to Indian ascetical institutions and ideologies, Patrick Olivelle moves on to elucidate the meaning of renunciation--the central institution of holiness in most Hindu traditions--and the function and significance of the various elements that constitute the rite of renunciation. The Samnyasa Upanisads will be an unparalleled source of information and insight for students of Hinduism and Indian aesceticm, mysticism, and holiness.
LC Classification Number
BL1124.54.E5 1992

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