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020			_a 978-8194454786
082			_a294.5923 J946 L _b29736
100			_aJullan Hubbersgilt
245			_aThe laws of Manu - a new translation. _hEnglish
250			_a1st
260			_aNew Delhi _bMotilal Banarsidass Publishing House _c2020
300			_a481
500			_aThis new translation offers a contemporary rendering of this ancient work which addresses fundamental questions of law and duty for all members of society. One cannot but be impressed by the breadth of scope conjoined with sometimes minute and informative detail. The Laws embody the genius of their originators whose minds could contemplate the full extent of human society and accommodate a code of conduct which would ensure its lawful and harmonious regulation. The modern mind will certainly take issue with many of its directions and prohibitions, yet the same mind may also find within The Laws a source of inspiration and guidance in a world of apparently increasing disorder and conflict. Societies continuously modify the conventions by which they function and these may be evolutionary or consciously directed. It is for each generation to discover how the laws expressed in this work may find contemporary relevance. The present age thirsts for new frontiers of enquiry to bring advancement to the world. Within The Laws with its wealth of principles there is rich material for such an exploration. The text is of great interest as a cultural document but will equally find validity as an object of serious consideration for those who seek a practical vision for the welfare of mankind.
650			_aManusmriti
650			_aHindu law
650			_aDharmaśāstra
700			_aAnnick Hardaker
942			_cBK
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