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Introduction to the Study of the Hindu Doctrines

Author : René Guénon
Publisher : Sophia Perennis
ISBN 13 : 9780900588747
Total Pages : 288 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (887 download)

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Download or read book Introduction to the Study of the Hindu Doctrines written by René Guénon and published by Sophia Perennis. This book was released on 2004-05 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: René Guénon's Introduction to the Study of Hindu Doctrines can serve as an introduction to all his later works-especially those which, like Man and His Becoming according to the Vedanta, The Symbolism of the Cross, The Multiple States of the Being, and Studies in Hinduism, expound the more profound aspects of metaphysical doctrines in greater detail. In Part I Guenon clears away certain ingrained prejudices inherited from the 'Renaissance', with its adulation of the Greco-Roman culture and its compensating depreciation-both deliberate and instinctive-of other civilizations. In Part II he establishes the fundamental distinctions between various modes of thought and brings out the real nature of metaphysical or universal knowledge-an understanding of which is the first condition for the personal realization of that 'Knowledge' which partakes of the Absolute. Words like 'religion', 'philosophy', 'symbolism', 'mysticism', and 'superstition', are here given a precise meaning. Part III presents a more detailed examination of the Hindu doctrine and its applications at different levels, leading up to the Vedanta, which constitutes its metaphysical essence. Lastly, Part IV resumes the task of clearing away current misconceptions, but is this time concerned not with the West itself, but with distortions of the Hindu doctrines that have arisen as a result of attempts to read into them, or to graft onto them, modern Western conceptions. The concluding chapter lays down the essential conditions for any genuine understanding between East and West, which can only come through the work of those who have attained, at least in some degree, to the realization of 'wisdom uncreate'-that intellective, suprarational knowledge called in the East jñana, and in the West gnosis.

The Study of Hinduism

Author : Arvind Sharma
Publisher : Univ of South Carolina Press
ISBN 13 : 9781570034497
Total Pages : 352 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (344 download)

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Download or read book The Study of Hinduism written by Arvind Sharma and published by Univ of South Carolina Press. This book was released on 2003 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this text, leading scholars from around the world take stock of two centuries of international intellectual investment in Hinduism. Since the early 19th century, when the scholarly investigation of Hinduism began to take shape as a modern academic discipline, Hindu studies has evolved from its concentration on description and analysis to an emphasis on understanding Hindu traditions in the context of the religion's own values, concepts and history. Offering an assessment of the current state of Hindu studies, the contributors to this volume identify past achievements and chart the course for what remains to be accomplished in the field.

An Introduction to the Study of Hinduism

Author : Guru Prosad Sen
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 296 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 ( download)

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Download or read book An Introduction to the Study of Hinduism written by Guru Prosad Sen and published by . This book was released on 1893 with total page 296 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Introduction to Swaminarayan Hinduism

Author : Raymond Brady Williams
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
ISBN 13 : 1108421148
Total Pages : 293 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (84 download)

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Download or read book Introduction to Swaminarayan Hinduism written by Raymond Brady Williams and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2018-11-08 with total page 293 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An Introduction to Swaminarayan Hinduism, third edition, offers a comprehensive study of a contemporary form of Hinduism. Begun as a revival and reform movement in India 200 years ago, it has now become one of the fastest growing and most prominent forms of Hinduism. The Swaminarayan Hindu transnational network of temples and institutions is expanding in India, East Africa, the UK, USA, Australasia, and in other African and Asian cities. The devotion, rituals, and discipline taught by its founder, Sahajanand Swami (1781-1830) and elaborated by current leaders in major festivals, diverse media, and over the Internet, help preserve ethnic and religious identity in many modern cultural and political contexts. Swaminarayan Hinduism, here described through its history, divisions, leaders, theology and practices, provides valuable case studies of contemporary Hinduism, religion, migrants, and transnationalism. This new edition includes up-to-date information about growth, geographic expansion, leadership transitions, and impact of Swaminarayan institutions in India and abroad.

Studying Hinduism in Practice

Author : Hillary P. Rodrigues
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1136680977
Total Pages : 209 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (366 download)

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Download or read book Studying Hinduism in Practice written by Hillary P. Rodrigues and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2012-03-15 with total page 209 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Drawing on personal experiences of Hinduism on the ground, this book provides a reflective context within which religious practices can be understood and appreciated. It conveys the rich realities of the Hindu tradition and the academic approaches through which they are studied. The chapters cover a wide range of topics, including dance, music, performance, festival traditions, temples, myth, philosophy, women’s practices, and divine possession. The engaging narratives are accompanied by contextual discussions and advice on such topics as conducting fieldwork, colonialism, Hindu seasonal celebrations, understanding deities, and aesthetics in Hinduism. All the entries are accompanied by photographs and suggestions for further reading.

An Introduction to the Study of Hinduism

Author : Guru Prosad Sen
Publisher : Legare Street Press
ISBN 13 : 9781019825082
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (25 download)

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Download or read book An Introduction to the Study of Hinduism written by Guru Prosad Sen and published by Legare Street Press. This book was released on 2023-07-18 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Hinduism is one of the world's oldest and most complex religions, with a rich history and philosophy. In this comprehensive guide, Guru Prosad Sen provides an in-depth exploration of the Hindu tradition, covering everything from the Vedas to modern religious practices. With illuminating insights and a deep respect for the subject matter, this book is an essential resource for anyone seeking to understand the intricacies of Hinduism. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Hinduism Today

Author : Stephen Jacobs
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN 13 : 144113820X
Total Pages : 192 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (411 download)

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Download or read book Hinduism Today written by Stephen Jacobs and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2010-04-22 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Understanding Hinduism today requires an understanding of how it is practised in the contemporary world. Stephen Jacob's new introduction tackles these central issues, beginning with case studies of the grassroots practice of Hinduism in India and in diaspora communities. He covers issues of singular importance in the modern study of Hinduism, including the importance and role of mass media to this essentially orally transmitted religion. Other major areas covered include the concept of Hindu dharma, particularly in relation to caste, gender and Hindu nationalism, key and often controversial concepts in Hinduism.

An Introduction to the Study of Hinduism

Author : Guru Prosad Sen
Publisher : Forgotten Books
ISBN 13 : 9781330260258
Total Pages : 292 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (62 download)

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Download or read book An Introduction to the Study of Hinduism written by Guru Prosad Sen and published by Forgotten Books. This book was released on 2015-06-02 with total page 292 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Excerpt from An Introduction to the Study of Hinduism The popular notion regarding Hinduism is that it is a religious organization, and essentially polytheistic in its character, that is, in other words, to be a Hindu and to remain a Hindu, a man must subscribe to certain articles of religious beliefs common to all Hindus, must acknowledge the authority of some books (Vedas and Shastras), and the supremacy of certain interpreters thereof. According to this popular notion, very generally accepted as correct, without examination of the grounds thereof, the Hindu is an idolator, and no one who does not worship the myriads of Hindu gods and goddesses, 33 crores in number, is not, and cannot be, a Hindu. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

Digital Hinduism

Author : Murali Balaji
Publisher : Lexington Books
ISBN 13 : 1498559182
Total Pages : 209 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (985 download)

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Download or read book Digital Hinduism written by Murali Balaji and published by Lexington Books. This book was released on 2017-11-01 with total page 209 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This edited volume seeks to build a scholarly discourse about how Hinduism is being defined, reformed, and rearticulated in the digital era and how these changes are impacting the way Hindus view their own religious identities. It seeks to interrogate how digital Hinduism has been shaped in response to the dominant framing of the religion, which has often relied on postcolonial narratives devoid of context and an overemphasis on the geopolitics of the Indian subcontinent post-partition. From this perspective, this volume challenges previous frameworks of how Hinduism has been studied, particularly in the West, where Marxist and Orientalist approaches are often ill-fitting paradigms to understanding Hinduism. This volume engages with and critiques some of these approaches while also enriching existing models of research within media studies, ethnography, cultural studies, and religion.

An Introduction to Swaminarayan Hindu Theology

Author : Swami Paramtattvadas
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
ISBN 13 : 1107158672
Total Pages : 377 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (71 download)

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Download or read book An Introduction to Swaminarayan Hindu Theology written by Swami Paramtattvadas and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2017-08-17 with total page 377 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An Introduction to Swaminarayan Hindu Theology provides a comprehensive doctrinal account of the Swaminarayan tradition's belief system, drawing on its rich corpus of theological literature, including the teachings of Swaminarayan himself and classical commentaries on canonical Vedāntic texts.

The Oxford History of Hinduism

Author : Gavin Flood
Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
ISBN 13 : 019873350X
Total Pages : 501 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (987 download)

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Download or read book The Oxford History of Hinduism written by Gavin Flood and published by Oxford University Press, USA. This book was released on 2020 with total page 501 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An authoritative collection on the history of Hindu religious practices. Hindu Practice considers traditions of asceticism, yoga, and devotion, including dance and music, developed in Hinduism over long periods of time.

Heathen, Hindoo, Hindu

Author : Michael J. Altman
Publisher : Oxford University Press
ISBN 13 : 0190654929
Total Pages : 201 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (96 download)

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Download or read book Heathen, Hindoo, Hindu written by Michael J. Altman and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2017 with total page 201 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Heathen, Hindoo, Hindu is a groundbreaking analysis of American representations of religion in India before the turn of the twentieth century. Before Americans wrote about "Hinduism," they wrote about "heathenism," "the religion of the Hindoos," and "Brahmanism." Americans used the heathen, Hindoo, and Hindu as an other against which they represented themselves. The questions of American identity, classification, representation and the definition of"religion" that animated descriptions of heathens, Hindoos, and Hindus in the past still animate American debates today.

An Introduction to the Study of Hinduism

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ISBN 13 : 9788121289764
Total Pages : 0 pages
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Hinduism

Author : Kim Knott
Publisher : Oxford University Press
ISBN 13 : 0198745540
Total Pages : 169 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (987 download)

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Download or read book Hinduism written by Kim Knott and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2016 with total page 169 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Hinduism is practised by about 80% of India's population, and by about 30,000,000 people outside India. But how is Hinduism defined, and what basis does the religion have? This work gives concise insights into the central preoccupations of Hinduism.

Studying Hinduism

Author : Sushil Mittal
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1134418299
Total Pages : 425 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (344 download)

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Download or read book Studying Hinduism written by Sushil Mittal and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2009-01-19 with total page 425 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is an indispensable resource for students and researchers wishing to develop a deeper understanding of one of the world's oldest and most multifaceted religious traditions. Sushil Mittal and Gene Thursby, leading scholars in the field, have brought together a rich variety of perspectives which reflect the current lively state of the field. Studying Hinduism is the result of cooperative work by accomplished specialists in several fields that include anthropology, art, comparative literature, history, philosophy, religious studies, and sociology. Through these complementary and exciting approaches, students will gain a greater understanding of India's culture and traditions, to which Hinduism is integral. The book uses key critical terms and topics as points of entry into the subject, revealing that although Hinduism can be interpreted in sharply contrasting ways and set in widely varying contexts, it is endlessly fascinating and intriguing.

Introducing Hinduism

Author : Hillary P. Rodrigues
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
ISBN 13 : 1000888258
Total Pages : 352 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (8 download)

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Download or read book Introducing Hinduism written by Hillary P. Rodrigues and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2023-01-06 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introducing Hinduism, 2nd Edition is the ideal sourcebook for those seeking a comprehensive overview of the Hindu tradition. This second edition includes substantial treatments of Tantra, South India, and women, as well as expanded discussions of yoga, Vedanta and contemporary configurations of Hinduism in the West. Its lively presentation features: case studies, photographs, and scenarios that invite the reader into the lived world of Hinduism; introductory summaries, key points, discussion questions, and recommended reading lists at the end of each chapter; narrative summaries of the great epics and other renowned Hindu myths and lucid explanations of complex Indian philosophical teachings, including Sankhya and Kashmir Saivism; and a glossary, timeline, and pronunciation guide for an enhanced learning experience. This volume is an invaluable resource for students in need of an introduction to the key tenets and diverse practice of Hinduism, past and present.

An Introduction to the Study of Hinduism [microform]

Author : Bipin Chandra 1858-1932 Pal
Publisher : Legare Street Press
ISBN 13 : 9781013714313
Total Pages : 258 pages
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Download or read book An Introduction to the Study of Hinduism [microform] written by Bipin Chandra 1858-1932 Pal and published by Legare Street Press. This book was released on 2021-09-09 with total page 258 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. To ensure a quality reading experience, this work has been proofread and republished using a format that seamlessly blends the original graphical elements with text in an easy-to-read typeface. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.