Hinduism
A Beginner's Guide
Seiten
2007
Oneworld Publications (Verlag)
978-1-85168-538-7 (ISBN)
Oneworld Publications (Verlag)
978-1-85168-538-7 (ISBN)
Explaining the origins, beliefs, scriptures and philosophies, Klostermaier’s sweeping and highly readable exploration of this fascinating and long-lasting belief system is essential reading for students, followers, and interested readers alike.
Explaining the origins, beliefs, scriptures and philosophies of this ancient religion, Klaus K. Klostermaier succeeds in capturing the rich diversity of rituals and gods that comprise Hinduism, while keeping the tone both engaging and informative. Covering contemporary issues such as the relationship between Hinduism and modern Western ideas, and imminent challenges the religion faces, this sweeping exploration of a fascinating and long-lasting belief system is
essential reading for students, followers, and interested readers alike.
Explaining the origins, beliefs, scriptures and philosophies of this ancient religion, Klaus K. Klostermaier succeeds in capturing the rich diversity of rituals and gods that comprise Hinduism, while keeping the tone both engaging and informative. Covering contemporary issues such as the relationship between Hinduism and modern Western ideas, and imminent challenges the religion faces, this sweeping exploration of a fascinating and long-lasting belief system is
essential reading for students, followers, and interested readers alike.
Klaus K. Klostermaier, Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada, is University Distinguished Professor in the Department of Religious Studies at the University of Manitoba in Canada.
| Erscheint lt. Verlag | 30.11.2007 |
|---|---|
| Reihe/Serie | Beginner's Guides |
| Zusatzinfo | Illustrations, maps |
| Verlagsort | London |
| Sprache | englisch |
| Maße | 129 x 198 mm |
| Gewicht | 272 g |
| Themenwelt | Geisteswissenschaften ► Religion / Theologie ► Hinduismus |
| ISBN-10 | 1-85168-538-3 / 1851685383 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1-85168-538-7 / 9781851685387 |
| Zustand | Neuware |
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