Windows into the Infinite: A Guide to the Hindu Scriptures

by Barbara Powell

For thousands of years, spiritual seekers as well as ordinary people have immersed themselves in the sacred writings of Hinduism, finding there the answers to life's deepest questions. As relevant today as ever, these scriptures, breathtaking in their beauty and transforming power, are still undiscovered by most Westerners, who find their complexity daunting. Windows into the A Guide to the Hindu Scriptures has come to the rescue. In a highly readable style, the author takes the readers step-by-step through each of the major Hindu scriptures, clarifying the principal themes, figures and terms as well as demonstrating their significance.
While this unique book is of enormous value to spiritual aspirants as well as people with a general curiosity about Hinduism, it is also ideal for the academic environment. With its systematic format, extensive glossary, cross-referenced index and diagrams, it is an invaluable reference source.

Genres: Spirituality

488 pages, Paperback

First published October 1, 1996

About the author

Barbara Mary Powell, MA is a mindset coach and ultrarunner. She is neither a mother or a nun. When not writing, reading, or running, she's sipping coffee, playing BINGO, or in a sauna. She lives in Minneapolis with her partner Chris and their dog, Blue and cat, Benson. Finding Leadville was her first book.

Reviews

[Darshan Danak · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is such a good synopsis for western readers. Every page makes me extremely happy. It provides just the right amount of detail on various parts of Hindu philosophy, culture, and mysticism while clarifying points that might cause confusion to non-Hindus. Love it!

[Ramesh · Rating 5 out of 5]

I enjoyed this book so much, I lent it to this guy a few years ago and still havnt got it back. Looks like I'll have to buy another copy. Book is nicely written, it captures the sprit of various Vedic text in a detailed, in a meaningful way.

[H Narine · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is an excellent book for anyone interested in this topic. The material is covered in a logical and well-organized way. A must read for all hindus as it puts perspective on several of the numerous hindu scriptures.

[Aashmeet · Rating 4 out of 5]

Loved it