The Brahmin's First Degree Of Initiation: Ablutions, Prayer, Ceremonies, And Evocation

By Louis Jacolliot

Book Overview

The Brahmin's First Degree of Initiation: Ablutions, Prayer, Ceremonies, and Evocation is a book written by Louis Jacolliot, a French author and lawyer who spent years studying Indian culture and religion. The book is a detailed account of the rituals and practices that a Brahmin, a member of the highest caste in Hindu society, goes through during his first degree of initiation. The book covers various aspects of the initiation process, including the significance of ablutions, the importance of prayer, the various ceremonies that are performed, and the evocation of the gods. The author provides a comprehensive guide to each of these practices, explaining their significance and the role they play in the life of a Brahmin. The book also delves into the history and philosophy of Hinduism, providing readers with a deeper understanding of the religion and its practices. Jacolliot's writing is clear and concise, making the book accessible to readers of all levels of familiarity with Hinduism.Overall, The Brahmin's First Degree of Initiation: Ablutions, Prayer, Ceremonies, and Evocation is an informative and insightful book that provides readers with a detailed look into the practices and rituals of one of the world's oldest religions.THIS 22 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Occult Science in India and Among the Ancients: With an Account of their Mystic Initiatiations and the History of Spiritism, by Louis Jacolliot. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564594521.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1425307205
• ISBN13: 9781425307202
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"