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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br><p><em>The Upanishads</em> are ancient Sanskrit texts of spiritual teaching and ideas of Hinduism. They are the part of the oldest scriptures of Hinduism, the <em>Vedas</em>, which deal with meditation, philosophy, and spiritual knowledge.</p><p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><p><em>The Upanishads</em> are ancient Sanskrit texts of spiritual teaching and ideas of Hinduism. They are the part of the oldest scriptures of Hinduism, the <em>Vedas</em>, which deal with meditation, philosophy, and spiritual knowledge. <em>The Upanishads</em> focus on the concept of the self and ultimate reality, as well as Samsara (reincarnation), Karma (action), Dharma (duty), and Moksha (liberation). </p><p><em>The Upanishads</em> are among the most important literature in the history of Indian religions and culture. They played an important role in the development of spiritual ideas in ancient India, marking a transition from Vedic ritualism to new ideas and institutions. Translations in the early 19^th century attracted the attention of western audiences, leading many to compare the fundamental concepts of <em>The Upanishads</em> to the beliefs of western philosophers.</p><p>This case laminate collector's edition includes a Victorian inspired dust-jacket. </p>

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