The Institutes Of Gautama (1876)

The Institutes of Gautama is a book written by Adolf Friedrich Stenzler in 1876. The book is a translation of the ancient Indian text known as Gautama Dharma���������stra, which is one of the oldest surviving texts on Hindu law. The text is attributed to Gautama, an ancient Indian sage who is believed to have lived around the 6th century BCE.The book is divided into twelve chapters and covers a wide range of topics related to Hindu law, including marriage, inheritance, property rights, and criminal law. It also includes detailed discussions on the duties and responsibilities of various members of society, such as kings, priests, and householders.The Institutes of Gautama is considered to be an important text in the study of Hindu law and is often used as a reference by scholars and practitioners of Hindu law. The book provides valuable insights into the social and legal systems of ancient India and sheds light on the cultural and religious practices of the time.Overall, The Institutes of Gautama is a comprehensive and scholarly work that provides a detailed account of the legal and social systems of ancient India. It is an essential read for anyone interested in the history and culture of India, as well as for scholars of law and religion.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.