| Author |
Valmiki |
| Translator |
Mitra, Viharilala |
| Title |
The Yoga-Vasishtha Maharamayana of Valmiki, Vol. 2 (of 4), Part 1 (of 2)
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| Original Publication |
India: Low Price Publications, 1899, reprint 1999.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 62.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Mark C. Orton, Juliet Sutherland, Édith Nolot, Krista Zaleski, windproof, Rama N. Sharma, readbueno and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net
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| Summary |
"The Yoga-Vasishtha Maharamayana of Valmiki, Vol. 2 (of 4), Part 1 (of 2)" by Valmiki is a philosophical text that merges spiritual teachings with narrative storytelling and is likely rooted in ancient times, drawing from the rich traditions of Hindu philosophy. This volume elaborates on themes of reality, the nature of the soul, and existential reflections, including insights into life, death, and the transcendental journey of human consciousness. The narrative intertwines the destiny of significant characters, including the princess Lílá and her husband Padma, focussing on their mystical experiences and philosophical realizations. The opening of this volume sets a dramatic stage, beginning with the turmoil in Sindhu's realm following the death of a king and the subsequent plunder that ensues. It shifts focus as Lílá observes her husband's impending death while grappling with the illusion that surrounds life and death. Lílá's journey reveals the profound depths of misinterpretation regarding existence and the soul's eternal nature. This opening portion features discussions around dreams, illusions, and the workings of spiritual realms, where the external world is portrayed as an ephemeral illusion while guiding the characters toward an understanding of the fundamental unity of all existence. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
BL: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Religion: General, Miscellaneous and Atheism
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| LoC Class |
PK: Language and Literatures: Indo-Iranian literatures
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| Subject |
Religious life -- Hinduism -- Early works to 1800
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| Subject |
Hinduism -- Doctrines -- Early works to 1800
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
71063 |
| Release Date |
Jun 28, 2023 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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