Shatapath Brahman: In English rhyme

First Kanda speaks of Darsha and Purnamas,

Second of Agnyadhana and various Yajnas' class.

Third Kanda discusses Soma rites profound,

Fourth of Soma rituals in rounds.

Fifth Kanda covers Vajapeya and Rajasuya so grand,

Sixth on Usha ceremonies, Vishnu’s steps in the land.

Seventh on Chayana Yaga, sacred grass clear,

Eighth on setting Pranabhrit bricks, sincere.

Ninth Kanda on Shatrudriya homa's light,

Tenth on Chiti's creation, rituals bright.

Eleventh discusses Adhana and more,

Twelfth on session initiations, Gavamayana lore.

Thirteenth Kanda on Ashwamedha’s detail,

Purushamedha, Sarvamedha, Pitrimedha prevail.

Fourteenth on Pravargya, Dharma rules in grace,

With Brihadaranyaka Upanishad, finds its place.

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Release date

E-bog: 26. marts 2025