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Upanisads (Oxford World's Classics) by Olivelle, Patrick is a nonfiction available to read on EtoBox.

What is Upanisads (Oxford World's Classics) about?

The Upanisads are the central scriptures of Hinduism. They represent some of the most important literary products in the history of Indian culture and religion, both because they played a critical role in the development of religious ideas in India and because they are our greatest source for the religious, social, and intellectual history of ancient India. Composed at a time of great social, economic, and religious change, the Upanisads document the transition from the archaic ritualism of the Veda into new religious ideas and institutions. The first major English translation of the ancient Upanisads for over half a century, Olivelle's work incorporates the most recent historical and philological scholarship. The introduction and detailed notes make this edition ideal for the non-specialist as well as for students of Indian religions.

Who reads Upanisads (Oxford World's Classics)?

It is typically read by self-directed learners exploring a subject in depth.

Common subject areas: history, science, philosophy, social sciences.

Author
Olivelle, Patrick
Publisher
Oxford ; New York : Oxford University Press
Published
2008
Language
EN
ISBN
9780199540259
Category
nonfiction
Subjects
Religion, Hinduism
Rating
4.7 / 5 (189 ratings)
Updated
2026-03-14

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