Brahma Purana (critical study)
by Surabhi H. Trivedi | 1960 | 254,628 words
This is an English study of the Brahmapurana—one of the eighteen major Puranas. This text occupies an important place in the Pauranic literature. This study researches the rich an encyclopaedic material for social, religious, philosophical, mythological, political, geographical and literary study found in the Brahma-Purana. It also includes a lingu...
1. Introduction
After reviewing the social structure, the position of the four classes, other sub-castes and occupations, social mobility, the four Asramas, system of education, the marriagerelationships, family-life and position of women in the previous chapters, it is necessary to view the social and economic life of people as it throws important light on the culture and civilization of people. In this chapter, therefore, are included the following topics: Food and Drinks, Dress and ornaments, Music and dancing, Pastimes and festivals, art and architecture, use of various metals and popular belief and institutions. The chapter is concluded with a review of the treatment of the guest as it also is one of the important factors in measuring the standard of living of people.