Manusmriti (Deluxe Hardbound Edition) by Manu [Hardcover]

When humans recognized the existence and importance of society and the nation, the need also arose to define their duties and rights, as well as to establish a system of punishment for violating rules. This is why, in different eras, various Smritis (sacred law texts) were composed, among which the Manusmriti holds special significance.

The Manusmriti contains twelve chapters and 2,500 verses, covering topics such as the origin of creation, rituals, daily and occasional duties, the duties of different life stages (Ashrama Dharma), duties based on social class (Varna Dharma), rules of governance (Raja Dharma), atonement (Prayaschitta), and many more. Even the British rulers based the creation of the Indian Penal Code on the Manusmriti, and India’s Constituent Assembly also considered it a primary reference while drafting the Constitution of independent India.

The Manusmriti is a scripture of eternal importance, highly useful in ensuring a well-ordered social system, the holistic development of the individual, and guiding the path toward both worldly progress and spiritual well-being. In truth, the Manusmriti is an encyclopedia of Indian ethical conduct, and will prove to be extremely beneficial for Indian society.