They are said to be the historical literatures in Hinduism. ... Composed much later than the Vedas, it does not constitute part of the revealed literature of the Hindus, but occupies a distinct position and in some respects unrivaled place in Indian philosophical and religious literature. ... It is, perhaps, the greatest piece of literature Asia has ever produced". ... The more one studies the book, the more profound it becomes. As for the Puranas, these literatures are unrivaled in their poetic beauty, in the scope of their themes, and in the breadth of their theology. ...

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However, nowadays much of literature deals with them and modern sciences try to investigate them. ... These include common rituals to perform, prayers to recite, places to visit or avoid, holy days to keep, means by which to predict the future, a body of literature to read and study, truths to affirm, charismatic leaders to follow, and ordinances to obey. ...

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This concept is illustrated in several works of early American literature in which the reader can see how profound the role of religion played amongst the early colonist. ... Some examples would be the role of women, the negative portrayal of Anabaptist and Quakers, and study of the scripture which is evident in the way he referenced it. ...

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The Alienation of Victor Frankenstein and Dr. John Faustus Victor Frankenstein and John Faustus are two characters that are alienated because of their intellectual curiosity. Faustus's and Frankenstein's pursuits of knowledge begin with an inexorable journey to their downfalls as they become alienat...

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No matter her form of writing though she is still essential to American literature even today. ... It is decided from this research of Oates biography and study of her story "Where Are You Going, Where Have You Been" that Oates is a deeply religious person who relies heavily on God's word. ...

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