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100 1 _aDutt, Manmatha Nath,
_d1855-1912
245 1 2 _aA Prose English Translation of Harivamsha
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2020
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
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338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2020-04-25
508 _aProduced by James Simmons
520 _a"A Prose English Translation of Harivamsha" by Manmatha Nath Dutt is a prose translation of a significant ancient Indian text, likely written in the late 19th century. This work serves as a sequel to the epic Mahabharata, offering a comprehensive account of the lineage of Krishna, including the clans of Vrishnis and Andhakas, as well as narratives on creation and the lives of various divine beings and humans. The book emphasizes themes of devotion, morality, and the complexities of divine and human interactions, making it a valuable resource for readers interested in Hindu mythology and spirituality. The opening of the translation introduces the context and purpose of the Harivamsha, beginning with a conversation between Sounaka and Souti, where Sounaka requests a detailed account of the Vrishni and Andhaka families, which were not fully covered in the Mahabharata. As Souti prepares to recount their stories, the text outlines the creation process and the roles of divine entities like Brahma and Vishnu. The narrative elaborates on the history of significant figures such as Daksha and Prithu, detailing their contributions to the world and the establishment of order among various beings. This introductory section effectively sets the stage for the detailed genealogies and cosmic events that unfold in the subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aMahabharata. Harivamsa -- Adaptations
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/61937
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