Illustrated Encyclopedia of Hinduism
A Comprehensive Guide to Hindu History and Philosophy, Its Traditions and Practices, Rituals and Beliefs
$45.42
- Hardcover
256 pages
- Release Date
30 April 2011
Summary
Hinduism is perhaps the oldest of the world’s major religions and makes for fascinating study. This lavishly illustrated book explores the rich historical and cultural development of its diverse traditions, from its distant Indian roots to its vibrant application in the present, global context.
The first section examines the origins of Hinduism, and asks the intriguing question: who founded the tradition? It explores in depth the diverse holy texts and their profound teachings about t…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780754820567 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10: | 0754820564 |
| Author: | Rasamandala Das, M. Narasimhachary |
| Publisher: | Anness Publishing |
| Imprint: | Lorenz Books |
| Format: | Hardcover |
| Number of Pages: | 256 |
| Release Date: | 30 April 2011 |
| Weight: | 1.59kg |
| Dimensions: | 24mm x 236mm x 304mm |
| Series: | Illustrated Encyclopedia of... |
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About The Author
Rasamandala Das
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.
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