
The chapters cover the origins of the Upaniṣads, authorship, redaction, and the broad religious themes within the texts. It is a unique reference source for religious studies students who want to learn more about these foundational sacred texts.

The Upaniṣads are among the most sacred foundational scriptures in the Hindu religion. Composed from 800 BCE onwards and making up part of the larger Vedic corpus, they offer the reader "knowledge lessons" on life, death, and immortality. While they are essential to...