Puranic Encyclopaedia: A Comprehensive work with Special Reference to the Epic

Puranic Encyclopaedia: A Comprehensive Work with Special Reference to the Epic and Puranic Literature by Vettam Mani
 
Explore the vast world of ancient Indian literature with Puranic Encyclopaedia: A Comprehensive Work with Special Reference to the Epic and Puranic Literature by Vettam Mani. This extensive reference work is an invaluable resource for readers, researchers, and scholars interested in Hindu mythology, the Puranas, the great Indian epics, and the cultural heritage of India.
 
Originally composed and published in Malayalam, this encyclopaedic work is the result of fourteen years of dedicated study and research. The English edition makes its wealth of information accessible to a wider audience, providing a systematic reference to the characters, places, events, concepts, and traditions described in the Epics and Puranas.
 
Covering a broad range of subjects, the book explores ancient Indian history, geography, religion, philosophy, mythology, beliefs, rituals, and cultural practices. Its entries are arranged systematically, with supporting citations and references that help readers trace information to relevant literary sources. Obscure and obsolete terms, including the names of plants and other objects, are also explained through scientific or commonly used equivalents wherever applicable.
 
Combining extensive descriptive entries with scholarly references, this encyclopaedia serves as a practical research tool for anyone seeking to understand the connections between Hindu scriptures, mythology, and traditional Indian culture.
 
Comprehensive Puranic Reference: Extensive coverage of the Epics, Puranas, and related literature.
Hindu Mythology and Scriptures: Explore deities, sages, kings, legendary personalities, sacred places, and important events.
Historical and Cultural Insights: Covers ancient Indian history, geography, religion, philosophy, beliefs, and practices.
Systematic Arrangement: Organized entries make information easier to locate and study.
Scholarly Citations and References: Supports further reading and research into classical Indian literature.
Explanations of Obscure Terms: Clarifies traditional terminology, including references to plants and other objects.
Ideal for Research and Reference: Suitable for scholars, students, teachers, Indologists, and readers of Hindu scriptures.
 
About the Author
Vettam Mani was an Indian scholar and author best known for his extensive research into Hindu mythology, the Mahabharata, the Ramayana, and Puranic literature. His encyclopaedic approach brings together a vast body of information from traditional Indian literary sources in a systematic and accessible format.
 
Puranic Encyclopaedia is an essential reference for anyone interested in Hindu mythology, Sanskritic literature, the great Indian epics, and the religious and cultural traditions of India. It is a valuable addition to academic, institutional, and personal libraries devoted to Indian philosophy and scriptural studies.