Skanda Purana Pt. 6 (AITM Vol. 54) Nag Prakashan Foreword This reprinting of T

Foreword This reprinting of T

Building on earlier research into Sanskrit and Tibetan sources

particularly during his early years as a professor in Basel (1869-79)

In 1992 Lariviere’s Naradasmrit was awarded the prestigious Cesmeo (centro Piemontese de studi sul Medio ed Estremo Oriente) Prize for 1990

Lord Visnu is said to have assumed the form of Mohini while Siva impassioned by her charm dropped semen giving birth to mahasasta

Skanda Purana Pt. 6 (AITM Vol. 54) Nag Prakashan Foreword This reprinting of TIt is the biggest among Puranas. Named after Skanda, son of Siva, this Purana expounds doctrines and worship of Siva. It also contains legends of Siva, especially his battles with Daityas and Danavs. There are sections of Yoga, Dhyana (Meditation), and Jnana (Knowledge). It describes Siva temples in and around Varanasi. It is encyclopedic in character and throws light on different topics of general interest. This Purana is divided into Seven Khandas: