All Hindus hold the Ramcharitmanas in great reverence. A few recite it regularly. Most recite it on special occasions as it is considered auspicious and provides an inspiring and devotional experience. It advocates a life of moderation a life where there is time for everyone the family; the parents; the guru; the society and for God. Gems from the Ramcharitmanas is a selection of portions from the original; providing insight; instruction and knowledge on feelings; emotions and experiences that touch our everyday life. It provides an opportunity to appreciate how Ramcharitmanas looks at life; and how one can use the knowledge to live a positive life. The epic has inspired millions of people throughout the world. Non-Hindus have enjoyed it as much as the Hindus. It is as relevant today; as it was when first written thousands of years ago. The book takes you through a guided journey by highlighting experiences that touch the life of the common man; transforming it to one of attainment and happiness.
2013-10-16Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 8.27 x 1.15 x 5.83l; 1.47 #File Name: 5518689411516 pages
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Very ThoroughBy G. LittleI loved reading this book. It is very thorough and indepth. You must read it if you are looking to gain knowledge about the history of the devil's origin and the origins of religion.0 of 1 people found the following review helpful. O.K. but not on targetBy Bill WilcoxI was hoping for something more historical. This book spends a lot of time in theology. I am still working on it and will finish the book; but it nothing a work that pulls me to it.11 of 11 people found the following review helpful. devilishly goodBy H. F. GibbardThis book was originally published in 1900. Its author; Paul Carus; was a German professor whose ideas about religion offended church authorities in Germany; making it difficult for him to obtain publication there. He came to the United States and published a number of very interesting books on a variety of religious; historical; and philosophical topics.This book is as much a history of comparative religion as it is a history of the devil. We learn a good deal about Eastern religions and their basic doctrines; along with how the concept of evil works in those faiths. While the book takes a far-reaching perspective; it is not comprehensive. Little is said about indigenous African and Native American religions; for example. Dr. Carus is also sensitive to the ways in which the concept of Satan has been used by religious authorities to persecute "witches" and "heretics" and the chapters on these subjects; while understated; were painful to read.This book was written prior to the great evils of the Twentieth Century; and it would have been interesting to see how knowledge of say; Hitler's evil might have changed Dr. Carus's analysis or perspective.I found the book highly enjoyable and readable. Particularly interesting are the many compelling illustrations reproduced throughout the book in vivid detail.
