The Science of the Rishis

A complete introduction to Sanatana Dharma, the spiritual science of the Hindu sages.

Foreword: Essentials of Hinduism
By Pujya Swami Bhoomananda Tirtha Maharaj

Introduction: The Scientific Vision of the Rishis

1 The Rishis
Spiritual Scientists at the Dawn of Time

2 The Vedas
Royal Road to Knowledge

3 Brahman and Atman
The Wave Is the Ocean

4 The Upanishads
Revelations of Timeless Truth

5 The Puranas and Itihasas
Legendary Sources of History, Psychology, and Science

6 Bhakti
The Science of Devotion

7 Karma
The Science of Action

8 The World of Maya
Reality Is Not What We Think It Is

9 Desha and Kaala
Exploring Space and Time

10 Vedic Astronomy, Astrology, and Mathematics
From the Speed of Light to Leaves on a Tree

11 Scientists of Hinduism
Revealers of the Secrets of Creation

12 Mantras and Yantras
The Power of Sounds and Symbols

13 The Goals of Sanatana Dharma
Experiential Science of Truth, Goodness, and Peace

Appendix: Poems to India

Glossary of Sanskrit Terms

Bibliography

Index