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The author introduces puranas in general and cites the work that provided inspiration for the two-volume Brahma Purana. The emphasis on which Itihasas are classified as additions and puranas, as well as the traits that are given to them, is a revelation to me. Through his scholarship, he also explores these qualities and makes it obvious what is and is not a Purana.
The beginning of the Brahmapurana goes on to describe the formation of asuras and devas and gives copious information pertaining to Manvantaras, the rulers (Manus) of successive yugas, and their genealogy. This sets the tone of shristi manifestations and reveals key facets of the Akanda. These insights help to elucidate the basic tenets of Gotra, Sutra, and their chronological progression. A comprehensive account of Aditya and his contributions to the world. In subsequent sections, the Pancha Maha-Bhoota, the trigunas (Sattva, Rajas, and Tamas), and the BMW paradigm (Body, Mind, and World) are explained.
A number of chapters of Vol-I focus on Karma-Mimamsa rites, their implications, and strategies for dealing with Punya and Papa in relation to the karmic balances. Apparently, people have always sought comfort in their lives. The Puranas present remedies for now and the future that will allow them to reach places like Vaikunta, Shveta Dvipa, and Kailasha, etc..
