Ten Upanishads of Four Vedas

DETAILS : 

• Auuthor : Ram K. Piparaiya
  
• Publisher ‏ : ‎ New Age International Private Limited
  
• Publication date ‏ : ‎ 1 January 2003
  
• Language ‏ : ‎ English
  
• Paperback ‏ : ‎ 610 pages
  
• ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 8178221594
  
• ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 9788178221595
  
• Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1050 g

ABOUT THE BOOK

Ten Upanishads of Four Vedas is a comprehensive scholarly and spiritual guide that presents the core philosophical teachings of ancient India. The book focuses on the "Mukhya" (Principal) Upanishads—including the Isha, Kena, Katha, Prashna, Mundaka, Mandukya, Taittiriya, Aitareya, Chandogya, and Brihadaranyaka. Ram K. Piparaiya provides the original Sanskrit verses alongside clear English translations and insightful commentaries. The work is unique in its attempt to bridge the gap between ancient Vedic wisdom and modern scientific thought, exploring concepts like the nature of consciousness, the origin of the universe, and the "Atman" (Self). It serves as both an introductory text for beginners and a reference for serious students of Vedanta.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR 

Ram K. Piparaiya is an enlightened blend of a corporate visionary and a dedicated scholar of Indology. An alumnus of NYU and a former senior executive in the financial sector, Piparaiya spent decades researching the intersection of management, leadership, and ancient Indian philosophy. He is the founder of Arhuman, an organization dedicated to promoting the wisdom of the Upanishads. His writing is characterized by a "no-nonsense" analytical approach, aiming to strip away ritualistic layers to reveal the practical, universal truths contained in the Vedas. He is also known for his work on the Gita and his efforts to apply Vedic principles to modern stress management and ethical living.