Author : Subramuniya (Master.)
Publisher : Himalayan Academy Publications
Page : 411 pages
File Size : 25,80 MB
Release : 2000
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0945497822
"A history-making manual,interreligious study and names list, with stories by Westerners who entered Hinduism and Hindus who deepened their faith"--Cove
Author : Swami Sivananda
Publisher :
Page : 404 pages
File Size : 50,31 MB
Release : 1977
Category : Hinduism
ISBN :
Author : Michael Wilcockson
Publisher : Galore Park
Page : 181 pages
File Size : 14,80 MB
Release : 2015-10-23
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1471850900
Exam Board: ISEB Level: 13+ Subject: Religious Studies First Teaching: September 2012 First Exam: Summer 2013 This edition of the Religious Studies for Common Entrance 13+ Revision Guide provides a summary of all prescribed Old and New Testament texts, together with a comprehensive analysis of the issues raised by each as well as a section focusing on Contemporary Issues. An additional revision section covers the history, structure and key beliefs of the six major world religions: Christianity, Judaism, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism and Sikhism. Pupils can perfect their exam technique using sample exam questions included in the book, and a comprehensive glossary defines all the key terms required at this level. - Endorsed by ISEB - Consolidates the key facts that pupils need to know for Syllabus A of the Common Entrance exam - Clear, bullet-point format for ease of learning - Sample exam questions test understanding and help identify strengths and weaknesses - Comprehensive glossary for quick and easy reference
Author : Roshen Dalal
Publisher : Penguin Books India
Page : 483 pages
File Size : 38,76 MB
Release : 2010
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0143414216
Hinduism is one of the world’s oldest religions; an amalgam of diverse beliefs and schools, it originates in the Vedas and is rooted in Indian culture. Hinduism: An Alphabetical Guide illuminates complex philosophical concepts through lucid definitions, a historical perspective and incisive analyses. It examines various aspects of Hinduism, covering festivals and rituals, gods and goddesses, philosophers, memorials, aesthetics, and sacred plants and animals. The author also explores pivotal ideas, including moksha, karma, dharma and samsara, and details the diverse commentaries on the Bhagavad Gita and other important texts. Citing extensively from the regional languages, the book describes Hinduism’s innumerable myths and legends, and looks at the many versions of texts including the Ramayana and Mahabharata, placing each entry in its historical context and tracing its evolution to the present.
Author : Kanai Mukherjee
Publisher : Association of Grandparents of Indian Immigrants
Page : 221 pages
File Size : 25,22 MB
Release :
Category :
ISBN :
This book is compiled with the goal of explaining the hidden history, significance, and meaning of the mantras used in common Hindu puja rituals performed by the Bengalis to the Bengali immigrants.
Author : Hans Hoefer
Publisher :
Page : 324 pages
File Size : 38,43 MB
Release : 1972
Category : Singapore
ISBN :
Author : James Henry Bryant
Publisher :
Page : 114 pages
File Size : 38,24 MB
Release : 1869
Category : Ritual
ISBN :
Author : K V Singh
Publisher : Penguin UK
Page : 220 pages
File Size : 17,70 MB
Release : 2015-11-25
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9385890042
Why is the tulsi considered sacred? What is the significance of namaste? Why do Hindus light a lamp before performing a ritual? Why is it forbidden to sleep facing the south? Why do Hindus chant 'shanti' three times after performing a rite? Millions of Hindus the world over grow up observing rites, rituals and religious practices that lie at the heart of Hinduism, but which they don't know the significance of. Often the age-old customs, whose relevance is lost to modern times, are dismissed as meaningless superstitions. The truth, however, is that these practices reveal the philosophical and scientific approach to life that has characterized Hindu thought since ancient times; it is important to revive their original meanings today. This handy book tells the fascinating stories and explains the science behind the Hindu rites and rituals that we sometimes follow blindly. It is essential reading for anyone interested in India's cultural tradition.
Author : Cybelle T. Shattuck
Publisher : Pearson
Page : 136 pages
File Size : 32,53 MB
Release : 1999
Category : Religion
ISBN :
Hinduism is a concise and readable survey of the history of Hinduism from its origins in the Indus Valley to its increasing popularity in today's western world. Focusing particularly on the modern period, it provides a valuable introduction to contemporary Hindu beliefs and practices and looks at the ways in which this religion is meeting the challenges of the modern world. Written in an accessible and informative style, and assuming little or no prior knowledge on the part of the reader, this book gives a basic introduction to the faith--its history, beliefs, and practices. Provides valuable pedagogy, including: timeline; maps; glossary; list of sacred days/festivals; suggested reading; pronunciation guide; index; feature boxes focusing on some aspects of the arts; 11 black and white pictures and artworks. Readers interested in learning more about the world's religions.
Author : Pannell
Publisher :
Page : 1096 pages
File Size : 21,54 MB
Release : 1907
Category : Encyclopedias and dictionaries
ISBN :
