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Author : Karel Werner
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 129 pages
File Size : 50,53 MB
Release : 2005-08-11
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1135797536
Chapter PREFACE -- chapter A NOTE ON THE PRONUNCIATION OF THE SANSKRIT ALPHABET -- chapter INTRODUCTION.
Author : Jeffery D. Long
Publisher : Scarecrow Press
Page : 391 pages
File Size : 31,57 MB
Release : 2011-09-09
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0810879603
The Historical Dictionary of Hinduism relates the history of Hinduism through a chronology, an introductory essay, photos, an extensive bibliography, and over 1,000 cross referenced dictionary entries on Hindu terminology, names of major historical figures and movements, gods and goddesses, prominent temples, terms for items used in Hindu practice, major texts, philosophical concepts, and more. This book is an excellent access point for students, researchers, and anyone wanting to know more about Hinduism.
Author : Anna L. Dallapiccola
Publisher : Thames & Hudson
Page : 492 pages
File Size : 24,27 MB
Release : 2002-11-17
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0500770670
Provides over 1,000 accessible, informative and authoritative entries that answer any major question about Hinduism, it's mythology, practices, customs and laws India is so vast that each of its regions is a land in its own right, with diverse languages, customs, and cultural traditions. Yet shared social systems, firmly grounded in religious beliefs, provide the cohesive force that unites over a billion people of different backgrounds. Hinduism is the main religion of India, and this new dictionary provides an unrivaled insight to all aspects of Hindu life, past and present. Some thousand illustrated entries elucidate the history of Hinduism, its mythology, art, architecture, religion, laws, and folklore. The development of Hinduism is presented from its ancient manifestations in local cults and epic poems to modern-day festivals and customs worldwide. The complex relationship between the multitude of gods, goddesses, and semi-divine beings is brought to light in the articles on religion and mythology, while its rich imagery is revealed in the entries on architecture, sculpture, painting, dance, and theater, including works of art illustrated here for the first time. Food and etiquette, the caste system, Ayurvedic medicine, love and marriage, and contemporary practices are just a few of the topics explored. Maps and entries on the major cities and places of pilgrimage in India, as well as a concise chronology and a list of principal dynasties, provide a clear overview of the geography, history, languages, and vibrant religious and cultural traditions of Hinduism. This volume will serve as a lively and indispensable guide for those preparing a visit to India, for Indians living in the West, for students, or for anyone interested in the subcontinent. 275 b/w illustrations.
Author : W. J. Johnson
Publisher :
Page : pages
File Size : 21,20 MB
Release :
Category : Hinduism
ISBN : 9780191726705
With almost 2800 entries on all aspects of Hinduism, this is an up-to-date and comprehensive dictionary covering all the major Hindu practices, texts, beliefs, religious sites, and teachers over a period spanning 3500 years. An invaluable first port of call for anyone seeking information about Indian religions and culture.
Author : Margaret and James Stutley
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 650 pages
File Size : 10,44 MB
Release : 2019-04-09
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0429627548
‘Hinduism’ is a term often used to summarize the aspirations of the majority of the Indian people. But any simple definition of it is difficult, if not impossible. This is partly owing to the nuances of the Sanskrit language, in which many texts are written, and partly to the too literal interpretation of Hindu imagery and mythology that often veils its real significance. This book, first published in 1977, is an essential reference source that goes some way to clarifying the difficulties of understanding Hinduism.
Author : W. J. Johnson
Publisher : OUP Oxford
Page : 400 pages
File Size : 15,66 MB
Release : 2010-05-13
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780198610267
With almost 2,800 entries on all aspects of Hinduism, this is the most up-to-date and comprehensive dictionary of its kind. It covers all the major Hindu practices, texts, beliefs, religious sites, and teachers over a period spanning 3,500 years. An invaluable first port of call for anyone seeking information about Indian religions and culture.
Author : W. J. Johnson
Publisher :
Page : 402 pages
File Size : 39,91 MB
Release : 2009-02-12
Category : Reference
ISBN :
Covers all aspects of Hinduism, including practices, festivals, beliefs, gods, sacred sites, languages, and religious texts.
Author : Jeffery D. Long
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 504 pages
File Size : 40,12 MB
Release : 2020-03-30
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1538122944
Hinduism is the world’s third largest and most ancient religion. The scope of this book ranges from the ancient history of Hinduism to the contemporary issues that Hindus face today. It explores the Hindu history, society, philosophy, theology, and culture. In addition to Hinduism, this book also touches upon religious traditions with which Hindus have had extensive interaction, such as Jainism, Buddhism, Sikhism, Christianity, Islam, and Zoroastrianism. This second edition of Historical Dictionary of Hinduism contains a chronology, an introduction, and an extensive bibliography. The dictionary section has over 1,000 cross-referenced entries on deities, historical figures, festivals, philosophical terms, ritual implements, and much more. This book is an excellent resource for students, researchers, and anyone wanting to know more about Hinduism.
Author : Jonathan Z. Smith
Publisher : Harper San Francisco
Page : 1154 pages
File Size : 21,13 MB
Release : 1996
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780006279679
Offers more than three thousand articles on the world of religion.
Author : Philip Wilkinson
Publisher : DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 28,26 MB
Release : 1999
Category : Religions
ISBN : 9780789447111
In an easy-to-follow, accessible reference format, this book uses over 700 full-color illustrations and clear text to explain, identify, and compare the major religions of the world from Zoroastrianism and ancient Egyptian rituals to Hinduism, Christianity, Islam, and Judaism.