The Early Brahmanical System of Gotra and Pravara
A Translation of the Gotra-Pravara-Manjari of Purusottama-Pandita
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- Editor and Translator: John Brough
- Date Published: September 2013
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- format: Paperback
- isbn: 9781107623989
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Originally published in 1953, this book investigates the most important problems connected with the clan system of the Vedic Brahmans, and also presents the textual evidence for the details of that system at the end of the Vedic period. The volume is composed of an English translation of the Gotra-Pravara-Manjari of Purusottama-Pandita, together with an extensive introduction and critical notes. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in the Brahmanical system and perspectives on Indian religion and society.
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- Date Published: September 2013
- format: Paperback
- isbn: 9781107623989
- length: 248 pages
- dimensions: 244 x 170 x 13 mm
- weight: 0.4kg
- availability: Available
Table of Contents
Abbreviations
Preface
Introduction
Gotra-Pravara-Manjari: Introduction and summary of contents
1. General rules
2. The Bhrgus
3. The Angirases
4. The Atris
5. The Visvamitras
6. The Kasyapas
7. The Vasisthas
8. The Agastis
9. Ksatriyas and Vaisyas
10. Ignorance as to pravara, etc.
11. The Manava-pravara
12. Conclusion
Index.
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