Hindu Law and Judicature from the Dharma-Sástra of Yájnavalkya by Yajñavalkya
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| Author | Yajñavalkya |
|---|---|
| Translator | Montriou, W. A. (William Austin), 1810- |
| Translator | Röer, Edward, 1805-1866 |
| LoC No. | 75502495 |
| Title | Hindu Law and Judicature from the Dharma-Sástra of Yájnavalkya |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Y%C4%81j%C3%B1avalkya_Sm%E1%B9%9Bti |
| Note | Reading ease score: 72.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Hindu Law and Judicature from the Dharma-Sástra of Yájnavalkya" is a scholarly work co-authored by Edward Röer and W. A. Montriou, written in the mid-19th century. This treatise offers an English translation of the ancient Indian legal text attributed to Yájnavalkya, with accompanying explanatory notes and an introduction. The book delves into the intricacies of Hindu law as articulated in the Dharma-Sástra, discussing its interpretations and applications within the caste system and societal norms. The opening portion introduces readers to the book’s foundation, highlighting the need for a comprehensive translation of Yájnavalkya's jurisprudence. It emphasizes the authors’ dedication to a faithful rendering of the original Sanskrit text while also drawing comparisons with prior translations and commentaries. Additionally, the introduction outlines the historical context of Hindu law, underscoring the significant role of Yájnavalkya's Dharma-Sástra as a pivotal legal authority within Hinduism, particularly in its relationship to concepts of caste, morality, and justice. Through this work, the authors aim to make these ancient legal principles accessible to modern readers and scholars alike. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | KN: Law in general, Comparative and uniform law, Jurisprudence: South Asia, Southeast Asia, East Asia |
| Subject | Hindu law |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 21918 |
| Release Date | Jun 24, 2007 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 103 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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