The Upanishads
The Upanishads by Anonymous, published by National Geographic Books on April 27, 2004, is a comprehensive collection of thirteen texts that delve into the philosophical discourses between a guru and their student. These teachings, originating around the eighth century BCE, are pivotal to the evolution of Hinduism, addressing fundamental concepts such as rebirth, karma, and the pursuit of spiritual bliss. This edition spans 592 pages and is presented in English, making these ancient teachings accessible to a modern audience.
Readers will find that this volume captures the essence of humanity’s quest for truth through direct prose and clear verse. The Upanishads explore profound themes related to the inner meaning of existence, encouraging reflection on detachment and equilibrium. Valerie Roebuck’s translation aims to balance accuracy with readability while preserving the oral tradition of these philosophical works. Additionally, the book includes an introduction, notes on Sanskrit pronunciation, suggestions for further reading, and a glossary, enriching the reader’s understanding of these sacred writings.
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An “Upanisad” is a teaching session with a guru, and the thirteen texts of the “Principal Upanisads”—which comprise this volume—form a series of philosophical discourses between teacher and student that question the inner meaning of the world. Composed beginning around the eighth century BCE, the Upanisads have been central to the development of Hinduism, exploring its central doctrines: rebirth, karma, overcoming death, and achieving detachment, equilibrium, and spiritual bliss. Speaking to the reader in direct, unadorned prose or lucid verse, the Upanisads collected here embody humanity’s perennial search for truth and knowledge.
Valerie Roebuck’s powerful new translation blends accuracy with readability and retains the oral style of these stirring and profound philosophical explorations. This volume includes an introduction to the text, information on Sanskrit pronunciation, suggestions for further reading, explanatory notes, and a glossary.
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