Hinduism

The Basics

Neelima Shukla-Bhatt (Wellesley College, USA)

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Routledge
07 March 2023

Hinduism

Series: The Basics

Hinduism: The Basics introduces readers to the third largest, and arguably the oldest, living religious tradition. It opens a vista into the rich and dynamic ethos of the Hindu religious tradition in India and other parts of the world. The book explores the variety of philosophical schools, priestly rituals, and popular practices common in the Hindu faith, presenting the layered diversity of its traditions and how they function in everyday life.

Chapters unpack key concepts from the tradition and discussions about its various aspects, including:

The historical development of Hinduism Religious practices such as pilgrimage, meditation, and life cycle rituals The organisation of Hindu society into castes and related social justice issues The spread of Hinduism around the world, the rise of Hindu nationalism, and other challenges of modernity The continuum between sacred texts in both elite Sanskrit and in South Asian vernacular languages Hindu worldviews including karma, reincarnation, and ethics The vitality of indigenous cultures in every form of Hinduism

Featuring glossaries, timelines, suggestions for further reading, and a list of key deities as well as practices, this is an ideal introduction to Hindu beliefs and traditions for undergraduates and others new to the study of Hinduism.

By: Neelima Shukla-Bhatt (Wellesley College USA)
Imprint: Routledge
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 198mm, Width: 129mm,
Weight: 320g
ISBN: 9780415716451
ISBN 10: 0415716454
Series: The Basics
Pages: 198
Publication Date: 07 March 2023
Audience: General/trade , Primary & secondary/elementary & high school , College/higher education , ELT Advanced , Children's (6-12)
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Neelima Shukla-Bhatt is a Professor of Religion at Wellesley College, USA.