Classical Hindu Thought: An Introduction (Essential Writings,)

This introduction to classical Hinduism is divided into sections dealing with key concepts such as Karma, Dharma, Maya, Moksa, Varna; the main gods and goddesses of the Hindu pantheon--Devi, Siva, Brahma, Visnu--and texts such as the Purusarthas and Vedas. It also covers different systems of yoga: Jnana, Bhakti, and Karma yogas.