On Human Sacrifices In Ancient India (1876)

On Human Sacrifices In Ancient India Is A Historical Book Written By Rajendralala Mitra In 1876. The Book Provides An In-Depth Analysis Of The Practice Of Human Sacrifices In Ancient India Primarily During The Vedic Period. Mitra Explores Various Aspects Of The Practice Including The Reasons Behind It The Types Of Sacrifices Performed And The Social And Cultural Context In Which It Occurred. The Author Draws From A Wide Range Of Sources Including Ancient Texts Archaeological Evidence And Accounts From Travelers And Historians. Mitra Also Examines The Role Of Human Sacrifices In Religious Rituals Such As The Ashvamedha And The Rajasuya And The Impact Of The Practice On The Development Of Indian Society And Culture. Throughout The Book Mitra Provides A Critical Analysis Of The Practice Of Human Sacrifices Questioning Its Morality And Ethics. He Also Highlights The Gradual Decline Of The Practice As India Moved Towards A More Civilized And Humane Society. Overall On Human Sacrifices In Ancient India Is A Comprehensive And Insightful Work That Sheds Light On A Controversial Aspect Of India'S History. It Is A Valuable Resource For Anyone Interested In Ancient Indian Culture Religion And Society.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.