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Hindu America, revealing the story of the romance of the Surya Vanshi Hindus and depicting the imprints of Hindu culture on the two Americas. 3d ed.
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273 pages, Library Binding
First published January 1, 1941
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January 27, 2018
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From what I understood, the author (whom I will refer as Lal from here onwards) travelled extensively through North, Central and South Americas interviewing locals and studying archaeological artifacts. The book is more of a thesis that has documented his findings along with numerous excerpts from eminent historians. It covers extensively the origin, life of Astecs, Incas and Mayans and their destruction.
Lal strongly contends that—
It was Hindus who first found America centuries before Columbus did. The vast continents of America bear the the imprints of Hindu culture. The glorious culture of these Hindus was destroyed by the ruthless invaders from Spain who came disguised as ambassadors. There are numerous illustrations in our epics referring to today’s America as Patala Loka which was reputed to be very rich in gold. This was the land of Danavas, Daityas, Yakshas and Nagas. Hindus are said to have culturally colonized this part of the world through sea routes. The striking resemblance in physical features, Gods, customs, lifestyle, laws, food habits of these tribes strongly connect their origin to India. Names of the places and rivers also find their roots in Samskritam. These civilizations find their downfall with the Spanish invasion.
Overall, it is a very illustrious account of the three ancient civilizations about which the New World is less aware of. It is an account of their lives through the eyes of a Hindu. I am certain that a Spaniard will have a completely different perspective. I am quite astonished as to why such an important book is out of print. Nevertheless, it is freely available on the internet. My only purpose to put up a blog post on this book is to make my readers aware of such a commendable work.
It definitely is a very interesting read.
From what I understood, the author (whom I will refer as Lal from here onwards) travelled extensively through North, Central and South Americas interviewing locals and studying archaeological artifacts. The book is more of a thesis that has documented his findings along with numerous excerpts from eminent historians. It covers extensively the origin, life of Astecs, Incas and Mayans and their destruction.
Lal strongly contends that—
It was Hindus who first found America centuries before Columbus did. The vast continents of America bear the the imprints of Hindu culture. The glorious culture of these Hindus was destroyed by the ruthless invaders from Spain who came disguised as ambassadors. There are numerous illustrations in our epics referring to today’s America as Patala Loka which was reputed to be very rich in gold. This was the land of Danavas, Daityas, Yakshas and Nagas. Hindus are said to have culturally colonized this part of the world through sea routes. The striking resemblance in physical features, Gods, customs, lifestyle, laws, food habits of these tribes strongly connect their origin to India. Names of the places and rivers also find their roots in Samskritam. These civilizations find their downfall with the Spanish invasion.
Overall, it is a very illustrious account of the three ancient civilizations about which the New World is less aware of. It is an account of their lives through the eyes of a Hindu. I am certain that a Spaniard will have a completely different perspective. I am quite astonished as to why such an important book is out of print. Nevertheless, it is freely available on the internet. My only purpose to put up a blog post on this book is to make my readers aware of such a commendable work.
It definitely is a very interesting read.
January 3, 2021
Author Chaman Lal published this book ‘Hindu America’ during 1940.
Although this book is not available at book shops or libraries, it’s freely available on net. It’s not a novel or fiction rather a thesis and documentary presentation by the author. Before writing this thesis, he traveled extensively throughout North and South America, met local tribes, studied their cultures, way of life, food habits, customs, worship, etc. Astonishingly he found similarities with that of ancient hindus also similarities in the names of some places and rivers. Ancient hindus like Aztecs (Asthikas), Mayans (Mayas), Incas were already established their vast kingdom there, before Columbus discovered this new world! Some people may ask proof for this. Invaders destroyed local evidences. We will find plenty of informations from Ramayan, Mahabharat, Vedas and Upanishads, even from archeological excavations around the world.
In this book Chaman Lal has brought together evidence, with great learning and discrimination which is in favour of an early colonization of America by the Hindus and has supported his thesis by quotations from competent authorities.
It’s worth reading. Chaman Lal’s thesis deserves consideration.
(I read this again after 4 years)
Although this book is not available at book shops or libraries, it’s freely available on net. It’s not a novel or fiction rather a thesis and documentary presentation by the author. Before writing this thesis, he traveled extensively throughout North and South America, met local tribes, studied their cultures, way of life, food habits, customs, worship, etc. Astonishingly he found similarities with that of ancient hindus also similarities in the names of some places and rivers. Ancient hindus like Aztecs (Asthikas), Mayans (Mayas), Incas were already established their vast kingdom there, before Columbus discovered this new world! Some people may ask proof for this. Invaders destroyed local evidences. We will find plenty of informations from Ramayan, Mahabharat, Vedas and Upanishads, even from archeological excavations around the world.
In this book Chaman Lal has brought together evidence, with great learning and discrimination which is in favour of an early colonization of America by the Hindus and has supported his thesis by quotations from competent authorities.
It’s worth reading. Chaman Lal’s thesis deserves consideration.
(I read this again after 4 years)
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