This document  was created by John Manetta, Athens, Greece and is class notes for one of the discourses given by Swami Paramarthananda.  This discourse and this document are good materials for understanding and studying the religion and philosophy of the Vedic Religion.  People of Indian origin and followers of Vedic philosophy will find many of the vedic concepts explained in a relatively easy language.  This document will also be a good starting point for everyone who wishes to understand vedic philosophy.  The term vedanta may sound overwhelming, but this document explains many many subjects like the organization of Vedic scriptures, creation, karma and ends with an introduction to Tattvabodha (Knowledge of Reality).  Click below to view the entire document:

Introduction to Vedanta