HINDU MYTHOLOGY BY W.J. WILKINS [PAPERBACK] OLD BOOK

Hindu mythology is the body of myths found in Hindu texts like the Vedas, Puranas, and Itihasas (including the Ramayana and Mahabharata), featuring stories of gods, goddesses, and mythical beings that explain Hindu beliefs, customs, and rituals. Central figures include the creator god Brahma, the preserver god Vishnu (often appearing as avatars like Rama and Krishna), and the destroyer god Shiva. These myths offer insights into the cosmic order, human origins, and concepts such as the cycle of rebirth (samsara) and the purifying power of sacred sites like the river Ganges