A Catechism Of The Shaiva Religion (1863)

By Sabhapati Mudaliyar

Book Overview

A Catechism of the Shaiva Religion, written by Mudaliyar Sabhapati and published in 1863, is a comprehensive guide to the Shaiva religion. The Shaiva religion is a branch of Hinduism that worships the god Shiva as the supreme deity. The book is written in a question-and-answer format, making it easy for readers to understand the fundamental beliefs and practices of the Shaiva religion. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the nature of God, the creation of the universe, the role of karma, and the importance of spiritual practices such as meditation and yoga. It also includes detailed explanations of Shaiva rituals and festivals, such as the Maha Shivaratri and the Kumbh Mela.Mudaliyar Sabhapati was a prominent figure in the Shaiva community and his book reflects his deep understanding of the religion. The book is written in simple language and is accessible to both scholars and laypeople. It provides a valuable resource for anyone interested in learning more about the Shaiva religion and its rich history and traditions.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1437448747
• ISBN13: 9781437448740
• Release Date: January 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 88 Pages
• Weight: 0.28 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"