A Concise Encyclopedia of Hinduism

A Concise Encyclopedia of Hinduism
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Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Total Pages : 251
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ISBN-10 : 9781780746722
ISBN-13 : 1780746725
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Book Synopsis A Concise Encyclopedia of Hinduism by : Klaus K. Klostermaier

Download or read book A Concise Encyclopedia of Hinduism written by Klaus K. Klostermaier and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2014-10-01 with total page 251 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the classical to the contemporary, this is a comprehensive, systematic and accessible encyclopedia of the phenomenon known as 'Hinduism'. Drawing on his extensive knowledge of the religion and its texts, Klostermaier presents the theoretical and practical aspects of Hinduism that render this most ancient of religions a living faith. The encyclopedia features the major systems of Hindu thought, covers figures from Manu to Gandhi and includes locations from Ramesvaram, on the southernmost tip of India, to the Himalayas in the north. Written with assurance, learning, sympathy and insight, this is an invaluable reference for students, adherents of the religion and those unfamiliar with this diverse world faith.


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