Essential Hinduism
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Essential Hinduism

  1. 296 pages
  2. English
  3. PDF
  4. Available on iOS & Android
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Essential Hinduism

About this book

As a world religion, Hinduism remains one of the most elusive for many. Its teachings, beliefs, practices, and history are reviewed here by an expert hoping to introduce readers to the world of Hinduism. While there are many forms of Hinduism, and offshoots as well, the complex nature of this faith makes it elusive to many. This straightforward overview, focusing on Vaishnavism-the most common form of Hinduism—is ideal for those who wish to learn more about this ancient tradition.. Beginning with chapters about the foundations of Hinduism, Rosen clearly lays out what is otherwise a complicated history. Providing Hindu terms alongside English translations, he is able to bring the faith alive for readers unacquainted with its varieties and its tenets. Moving on to chapters about practices, including festivals, teachings, chanting, eating habits and more, Rosen brings Hinduism to life in vivid detail.

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Information

Publisher
Praeger
Year
2006
Print ISBN
9780275990060
eBook ISBN
9780313071553
Edition
1
Subtopic
Religion

Table of contents

  1. Contents
  2. Foreword by Graham M. Schweig
  3. Introduction
  4. Chapter 1. The Antecedents: Everything Comes from Something
  5. Chapter 2. Hinduism: The One and the Many
  6. Chapter 3. Dharma and the Hindu Social System
  7. Chapter 4. What Are the Vedas?
  8. Chapter 5. Epic Hinduism
  9. Chapter 6. The Bhagavad-Gita and the Life of Lord Krishna
  10. Chapter 7. The Puranas and the Bhagavata
  11. Chapter 8. Vaishnavism and the Practice of Hinduism
  12. Chapter 9. Underlying Metaphysics
  13. Chapter 10. The Yoga of Eating
  14. Chapter 11. Idols, Deities, Worship, and Temples
  15. Chapter 12. Festivals and Holidays
  16. Chapter 13. Sonic Theology
  17. Conclusion
  18. Notes
  19. Bibliography
  20. Index