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About The Book: The Vedic religion, practiced by Indo-Aryans around 3,000 years ago, revolved around rituals, hymns, and sacrifices to gods like Indra, Agni, and Soma, representing natural forces and cosmic principles. Central to this belief system were the Vedas, sacred texts emphasizing cosmic order (Rita), prosperity, protection, and spiritual liberation. Key practices included fire sacrifices (yajnas), chants, and worship of natural elements, fostering a profound connection with the divine and the universe’s cyclical rhythms. This religion formed the foundation of early Indian spiritual traditions About The Author: K. S. Macdonald (1832–1903) was a prominent scholar of Sanskrit and Indian studies, known for his research on Vedic texts, Indian philosophy, and religion. His work explored themes like ritual, cosmology, and metaphysics, emphasizing the connection between religious practices and philosophical thought in ancient India. His legacy endures in Vedic studies The Title 'The Vedic Religion, or, The Creed and Practice of the Indo-Aryans Three Thousand Years Ago written/authored/edited by K. S. Macdonald', published in the year 2024. The ISBN 9789367806098 is assigned to the Hardcover version of this title. This book has total of pp. 284 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is Vedic, Reliogus. Size of the book is 14.34 x 22.59 cms.