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Deep in lost history, did high civilizations and advanced knowledge thrive? The ancient Vedic literatures of India describe a worldwide civilization that flourished at a time when modern historians insist that humans like us existed simply as hunter-gatherers. This Vedic civilization, centered in India, employed technologies based on a scientific understanding of the physical elements and forces we know today, as well as more subtle conscious elements.
Devamrita Swami, who has spent a lifetime in his own search for Vedic India, takes us on a journey of intellectual discovery through the history of the remarkable Vedic civilization and its knowledge, locked in the ancient literatures of India. His wit and wisdom combine to make our search for Vedic India not only illuminating but entertaining. He tells us not only the truths of Vedic India, but how they are again coming to be. Searching for Vedic India thus takes us not only into the past, but into the future.
Searching for Vedic India edition by Devamrita Swami Politics Social Sciences eBooks
I haven't read the whole book, but some of the translations of the vedic texts given are just plain made up and ridiculous!For example, on p. 156, the author attempts to prove that the Vedas talked explicitly about atomic energy, etc., and grossly mistranslates Atharva-veda 20.41.1-3 as follows:
"The atomic energy fissions the ninety-nine elements, covering its path by the bombardments of neutrons without let or hindrance. Desirous of stalking the head, ie. The chief part of the swift power, hidden in the mass of molecular adjustments of the elements, this atomic energy approaches it in the very act of fissioning it by the above-noted bombardment. Herein, verily the scientists know the similar hidden striking force of the rays of the sun working in the orbit of the moon."
This sounds very impressive (wow! they're talking about neutrons and fission in the Vedas!), and the ancients might well have known of atomic energy, fission, etc., and I respect these texts immensely, but if you look in the Atharva-Veda, 20.41.1-3, what it really says is this:
'With bones of Dadhyach for his arms, Indra, resistless in attack,
Struck nine-and-ninety Vritras dead,
He, searching for the horse's head, removed among the moun-
tains, found
At Saryanâvân what he sought.
Then verily they recognized the essential form of Tvashtar's Bull.
Here in the mansion of the Moon.'
Quite a big difference! It seems obvious that the author interpreted and translated the Vedic passage so incredibly differently that the original meaning was completely lost, all in order to prove his theory that the Vedas talk about fission, atoms, etc., and to show the superiority of said civilization.
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Searching for Vedic India edition by Devamrita Swami Politics Social Sciences eBooks Reviews
A good read for the layman.
Fantastic read, beautifully depicts the all pervasive knowledge of the Vedas which has permeated all spheres of society. Written with love and realization.
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Deep in lost history, did high civilizations and advanced knowledge thrive? The ancient Vedic literatures of India describe a worldwide civilization that flourished at a time when modern historians insist that humans like us existed simply as hunter-gatherers. This Vedic civilization, centered in India, employed technologies based on a scientific understanding of the physical elements and forces we know today, as well as more subtle conscious elements.
Devamrita Swami, who has spent a lifetime in his own search for Vedic India, takes us on a journey of intellectual discovery through the history of the remarkable Vedic civilization and its knowledge, locked in the ancient literatures of India. His wit and wisdom combine to make our search for Vedic India not only illuminating but entertaining. He tells us not only the truths of Vedic India, but how they are again coming to be. Searching for Vedic India thus takes us not only into the past, but into the future.
Devamrita Swami has done an invaluable service to the community at large. He has written (with eloquent wit and panache)a thoroughly researched and well thought out thesis. I want to read more from this author.
Patrick B.
Really superb overview of many astounding ancient facts. Unlike many more popular writers, author avoids the pitfall of speculation and interpretation. The Egypt section could be considered a definitive answer to the question how the pyramids and other giant structures were built.
This is a fantastic book for anyone who wants to get an accurate overview of all things Vedic. The author has an engaging writing style that is very accessible and he has expertly researched each facet of the book's step by step analysis of the ancient Vedic culture.
He has done an especially fine job of showing how all the knowledge of the Vedas was conveniently squashed and swept under the rug by the British rulers, who wanted to assert western European ideas and religion as being superior, which is one reason why many people have never even heard of the Vedas or Vedic culture/knowledge.
He also address current academic issues and documents the developments leading to the current status quo, showing how utterly weak and unfounded its theories and premises are.
Lastly, the author is uniquely qualified to expound on the actual spiritual content of the Vedas, being a practicioner of the Vedic school of Bhakti himself. Interested readers will find a wealth of valuable information in that alone.
This is the Vedic no spin zone! Highly recommended.
Ron...
I highly recommend this book to anyone; especially to those who have misgivings about the current state of western so-called 'civilization'. SFVI provides illuminating insights into the very fragile foundations that form many of our conceptions regarding the development of human culture. It also challenges the premises of what we accept as 'knowledge' these days and even implores us to question the process of how we obtain such knowledge.
I've read it once but to get a good grasp on the information presented here would deserve a thorough study.
There's plenty of material here to keep even the most stodgy intellectual type of person entertained and amazed - what to speak of its potential for people who have a taste for engaging others in stimulating discussion.
Get this book while you can. You won't regret it.
Regards,
Edward Pattillo
I haven't read the whole book, but some of the translations of the vedic texts given are just plain made up and ridiculous!
For example, on p. 156, the author attempts to prove that the Vedas talked explicitly about atomic energy, etc., and grossly mistranslates Atharva-veda 20.41.1-3 as follows
"The atomic energy fissions the ninety-nine elements, covering its path by the bombardments of neutrons without let or hindrance. Desirous of stalking the head, ie. The chief part of the swift power, hidden in the mass of molecular adjustments of the elements, this atomic energy approaches it in the very act of fissioning it by the above-noted bombardment. Herein, verily the scientists know the similar hidden striking force of the rays of the sun working in the orbit of the moon."
This sounds very impressive (wow! they're talking about neutrons and fission in the Vedas!), and the ancients might well have known of atomic energy, fission, etc., and I respect these texts immensely, but if you look in the Atharva-Veda, 20.41.1-3, what it really says is this
'With bones of Dadhyach for his arms, Indra, resistless in attack,
Struck nine-and-ninety Vritras dead,
He, searching for the horse's head, removed among the moun-
tains, found
At Saryanâvân what he sought.
Then verily they recognized the essential form of Tvashtar's Bull.
Here in the mansion of the Moon.'
Quite a big difference! It seems obvious that the author interpreted and translated the Vedic passage so incredibly differently that the original meaning was completely lost, all in order to prove his theory that the Vedas talk about fission, atoms, etc., and to show the superiority of said civilization.
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