About the book
The Artful Universe introduces the Vedic religion, a rich and densely textured tradition that has influenced the religious sensibilities of India for 3500 years or more. Engagingly written and based on traditional as well as modern Vedic scholarship, the book introduces Vedic ideas regarding the nature of divinity, the structure of the sacred universe, the process of revelation, the function of ritual as hallowed activity, and the realizations lying behind the practice of meditation. As a way to link these diverse aspects of Vedic religion, Mahony identifies and highlights the important role of the divine and human imagination in the formation, revelation, and reformation of a meaningful world.
Editions of The Artful Universe
- Hardcover
- ISBN 9780791435793
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780791435809
- PDF
- ISBN 9781438411712
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The Artful Universe introduces the Vedic religion, a rich and densely textured tradition that has influenced the religious sensibilities of India for 3500 years or more. Engagingly written and based on traditional as well as modern Vedic scholarship, the book introduces Vedic ideas regarding the nature of divinity, the structure of the sacred universe, the process of revelation, the function of ritual as hallowed activity, and the realizations lying behind the practice of meditation. As a way to link these diverse aspects of Vedic religion, Mahony identifies and highlights the important role of the divine and human imagination in the formation, revelation, and reformation of a meaningful world.
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What is The Artful Universe about?
The Artful Universe introduces the Vedic religion, a rich and densely textured tradition that has influenced the religious sensibilities of India for 3500 years or more. Engagingly written and based on traditional as well as modern Vedic scholarship, the book introduces Vedic ideas regarding the nature of divinity, the structure of the sacred universe, the process of revelation, the function of ritual as hallowed activity, and the realizations lying behind the practice of meditation. As a way to link these diverse aspects of Vedic religion, Mahony identifies and highlights the important role of the divine and human imagination in the formation, revelation, and reformation of a meaningful world.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in The Artful Universe?
Philosophy and Religion > Religion and beliefs
Where can I read a sample of The Artful Universe?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780791435793
How long is The Artful Universe and how many pages does it have?
The Artful Universe has 338 page(s)
Is The Artful Universe part of a series, and can it be read as a standalone?
Yes it is a part of series SUNY series in Hindu Studies
Who is/are the Author/s of the book The Artful Universe?
William K. Mahony
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
The Artful Universe is available as hardcover(ISBN 9780791435793) and paperback(ISBN 9780791435809) and pdf(ISBN 9781438411712)
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