The Katha Upanishad Which Tells The Wisdom Of Death

By: Charles F. Horne

Book Overview

The Katha Upanishad Which Tells The Wisdom Of Death is a book written by Charles F. Horne. The book is a translation of the Katha Upanishad, which is one of the most important Upanishads in Hinduism. The Upanishad is a philosophical text that explores the nature of the self, the universe, and the ultimate reality. The book is divided into two parts, the first of which tells the story of a young boy named Nachiketa who seeks knowledge of the afterlife from the god of death, Yama. The second part of the book contains Yama's teachings on the nature of the self and the ultimate reality. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Hindu philosophy, spirituality, and culture. It provides a deep insight into the ancient wisdom of death and the meaning of life.THIS 20 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Sacred Books and Early Literature of the East: India and Brahmanism, by Charles F. Horne. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 076610012X.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: 1425329055
• ISBN13: 9781425329051
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"