Author: Sannyasi Gyanshruti
Sannyasi Srividyananda/
Publisher: Yoga Publications Trust
Year: 2006
Language: English
Pages: 370
ISBN/UPC (if available): 8186336478
Description
Yajna is the most ancient ritual connecting human beings with the divine essence. It is not merely a fire sacrifice, but a combination of esoteric and exoteric elements to propitiate the cosmic energies. The spirit inherent in yajna is service and sacrifice as a way of life. In ancient Vedic society yajna was an integral part of daily life, and played a vital role in providing communal prosperity social peace and harmony with nature.
This book offers a comprehensive survey of yajna as embodied in the Vedic tradition, looking at the structure, source and significance of the rituals and their relevance in this century. Rediscovery of the classical methodology and purpose of yajna can be a powerful tool for the transformation of human consciousness.
Contents
Preface
1. Yajna - A Celebration of Life
2. Introduction to the Yajna Tradition
3. Vedic foundations of Yajna
4. Devata - the Luminary in a Yajna
5. Tripolar Interpretations of Yajna
6. Classification of Yajna
7. Mechanics of Yajna
8. Ingredients and Implements of Yajna
9. External Yajna - Procedures and Performance
10. Internal Yajna
11. The Environment and Yajna
12. Yajna for the Enhancement of Life
ANNEXURE 1:
Vedic Literature: Structure and Content
ANNEXURE 2:
Impressions of Vedic Society
APPENDIX -
Popular Smarta Yajnas
Glossary
Bibliography