This Upanishad forms a part of the Brahmana belonging to the Katha Shakha of Krishna Yajur Veda. It stands in a class by itself. It combines charming poetry, elevating mysticism, and profound philosophy. The subject of the mystery of death is introduced through the medium of an interesting anecdote; and the teaching of the Upanishad is presented in the form of a dialogue between a mere boy, Nachiketa, and Yama, the King of Death; and from the mouth of Yama issues forth the wisdom that lies beyond life and death; an exposition of the nature of the Self, the intimate spiritual essence of our being as well as the ultimate Reality of all existence, in an unambiguous language. With the text of the Upanishad in Devanagari, a lucid and faithful translation of the text and commentary, relevant notes, reference to quotations, and index to texts, this Upanishad is a must for all students of Vedanta. CONTENTS: Part I : Canto 1 Canto 2 Canto 3 Part II: Canto 1 Canto 2 Canto 3