Illustrated Encyclopedia of Hinduism

Rasamandala Das, M. Narasimhachary (Autoren)

Buch | Hardcover

256 Seiten

2011
Lorenz Books (Verlag)
978-0-7548-2056-7 (ISBN)

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A comprehensive guide to Hindu history and philosophy, its traditions and practices, magnificently illustrated with more than 500 photographs (updated 2024)

Hinduism is perhaps the oldest major religion. The comprehensive book explores its rich historical and cultural development, from its Indian roots to its vibrant application in the present, global context. Over 500 photographs, plus a useful introduction, a clear timeline and a full glossary of Indian terms. This accessible book provides the perfect reference for anyone wishing to explore the compelling faith and culture that is Hinduism. Updated 2024.

Rasamandala Das is an active member of the Vaishnava tradition. He is co-director of ISKCON Educational Services, the UK's largest provider of educational resources on Hinduism. He is the author of several key texts on Hinduism, including The Heart of Hinduism. Professor M. Narasimhachary, consultant, worked as Director of Academic Affairs at the Oxford Centre for Hindu Studies. He was Founder Professor and Head of the Department of Vaishnavism, Madras (Chennia), India.

Zusatzinfo	Over 470 photographs
Verlagsort	London
Sprache	englisch
Themenwelt	Schulbuch / Wörterbuch ► Lexikon / Chroniken
	Geisteswissenschaften ► Religion / Theologie ► Hinduismus
	Sozialwissenschaften ► Soziologie ► Spezielle Soziologien
ISBN-10	0-7548-2056-4 / 0754820564
ISBN-13	978-0-7548-2056-7 / 9780754820567
Zustand	Neuware