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Dharmasutras
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The Dharmasutras Are The Four Surviving Written Works Of The Ancient Indian Tradition On The Subject Of Dharma, Or The Rules Of Behavior A Community Recognizes As Binding On Its Members.Written In A Pithy And Aphoristic Style And Representing The Culmination Of A Long Tradition Of Scholarship, The Dharmasutras Record Intense Disputes And Divergent Views On Such Subjects As The Education Of The Young, Rites Of Passage, Marriage And Marital Rights, The Proper Interaction Between Different Social Groups, Sins And Their Expiations, Institutions For The Pursuit Of Holiness, Crimes And Punishments, Death And Ancestral Rites. In Short, These Unique Documents Give Us A Glimpse Of How People, Especially Brahmin Males, Were Ideally Expected To Live Their Lives Within An Ordered And Hierarchically Arranged Society.In This First English Translation Of The Dharmasutras For Over A Century, Patrick Olivelle Uses The Same Lucid And Elegant Style As In His Awardwinning Translation Of The Upanisads And Incorporates The Most Recent Scholarship On Ancient Indian Law, Society, And Religion. Complex Material Is Helpfully Organized, Making This The Ideal Edition For The Nonspecialist As Well As For Students Of Indian Society And Religion.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What are the Dharmasutras? A: The Dharmasutras are ancient Indian texts that outline rules of behavior and societal norms, focusing on the concept of dharma.
- Q: Who is the author of this English translation? A: The English translation of the Dharmasutras is authored by Patrick Olivelle, known for his expertise in ancient Indian texts.
- Q: What is the significance of the Dharmasutras in Hinduism? A: The Dharmasutras are significant as they provide insight into the moral and ethical guidelines that governed ancient Indian society, particularly for Brahmin males.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains 480 pages, making it a comprehensive resource for understanding the Dharmasutras.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as being in good condition, suitable for reading and study.
- Q: What is the binding type of the book? A: The book is available in paperback binding, making it lightweight and easy to handle.
- Q: When was this translation published? A: This English translation of the Dharmasutras was published in June 1999.
- Q: Is this edition suitable for beginners? A: Yes, this edition is organized to be accessible for non-specialists and students of Indian society and religion.
- Q: What style is the translation written in? A: Patrick Olivelle uses a lucid and elegant style in this translation, similar to his award-winning work on the Upanisads.
- Q: Does this book include recent scholarship? A: Yes, the translation incorporates recent scholarship on ancient Indian law, society, and religion, enhancing its academic value.