It is for the first time that a complete critical edition of the
Satapathabrahmana of the Kanva School of the Sukla Yajurveda alongwith its
English translation is published. This edition has taken into account the
readings available in a few more manuscripts, besides those in the
published edition in Telugu script, which were not available to Prof.
Caland who brought out a critical edition of its first seven Kandas. It is
also the first attempt at providing a complete English translation. No
doubt the texts of the Satapatha of the Madhyandina and Kanva School do not
differ much from Kandas VIII to XVI and Prof. Eggeling's translation of the
former is available. Still a fresh attempt at translating the latter
portion was felt necessary as a result of detailed discussions with
traditional scholars who are actively engaged in Srauta sacrificial
performances.
Textual Notes to substantiate the choice of particular readings; a
section under the heading Vimarsa discussing certain selected topics
arising out of a study of the text; an exhaustive list of contents,
Brahmana-wise and Glossary of technical terms are some of the additional
features of this attempt. The suggestions and guideance of traditional
scholars who are experts in Srautayagas are the most important advantages
of this edition.
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"....a scholarly feast for those interested in critical study of scriptures." - Pathway to God
"The volume marks the next step in a most valuable publication project.....The translation offers a lucid English counterpart of the original.....Its interpr
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