Hindu Samskaras: Socio-Religious Study of the Hindu Sacraments

by Rajbali Pandey

This work discusses the source, meaning, number, pupose and the constituents of Samskaras grouped under five heads: prenatal, natal, educational nuptial and funeral. It also presents patterns of life based on high, ethical, spiritual and humanistic values.

327 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2002

Reviews

[Dharmabum · Rating 3 out of 5]

very detailed account of samskaras, weaving interesting social, religious and cultural interpretations. one thing that biased me somewhat negatively is the frequent reference in this book to the Aryan Invasion Theory.