The Jains

Paul Dundas

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Routledge
04 July 2002

History: specific events & topics; Religion & beliefs; Jainism

Series: The Library of Religious Beliefs and Practices

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The Indian religion of Jainism, whose central tenet involves non-violence to all creatures, is one of the world's oldest and at the same time least-understood faiths. Paul Dundas looks at Jainism in its social and doctrinal context, discusses its history, sects, scriptures and ritual, and describes how the Jains have, over two and a half thousand years, defined themselves as a unique religious community.

This revised and expanded edition takes account of new research into Jainism as carried out over the last ten The Indian religion of Jainism, is one of the world's oldest and least-understood faiths. This revised and expanded edition takes

account of new research into Jainism.

By: Paul Dundas
Imprint: Routledge
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Edition: 2nd edition
Dimensions: Height: 216mm, Width: 138mm, Spine: 27mm
Weight: 468g
ISBN: 9780415266062
ISBN 10: 0415266068
Series: The Library of Religious Beliefs and Practices
Pages: 368
Publication Date: 04 July 2002
Audience: College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , Professional & Vocational , A / AS level , Further / Higher Education
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active