Steven Rosen

Essential Hinduism

• Gebundenes Buch

Produktbeschreibung

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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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Praeger
• Seitenzahl: 296
• Erscheinungstermin: 30. Oktober 2006
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 240mm x 161mm x 21mm
• Gewicht: 611g
• ISBN-13: 9780275990060
• ISBN-10: 0275990060
• Artikelnr.: 21050612

Autorenporträt

Steven Rosen

Inhaltsangabe

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