what is garuda purana
This is a translation of an abridged version of the Garuda Purana. The Garuda Purana is one of the Vishnu Puranas.It is in the form of a dialog between Vishnu and Garuda, the King of Birds. The second section of this Purana (given here) deals with issues connected with death, particularly funeral rites and the metaphysics of reincarnation.Portions of the Garuda Purana are used by some Hindus as funeral liturgy.he Garuda Purana starts with the details of the afterlife. Following this is an account of funeral procedures, including rituals, the astrological timing of the post-death observances, and ritual gifts. Balancing the extended vision of Hell in the earlier part of the document is a shorter account of the City of Yama.