We desire to draw from a copious fountain where water flows freely, inexhaustible. 6. From the fountain whose bucket is wellprepared with good strong ropes, where water flows freely— from this copious fountain we draw, inexhaustible. 7.
This book provides a much-needed thematic and historical introduction to Hinduism, the religion of the majority of people in India.
This book presents the Hindu religious tradition's major events, individuals, texts, sects, and concepts in the context of its historical development through various periods.
trumpet voice proclaimed the glad tidings: “Hear, ye children of immortal bliss! Even ye that reside in higher spheres! I have found the Ancient One who ... He is everywhere, the pure and formless One, the Almighty and the All-merciful.
This book provides a comprehensive survey of the Hindu tradition, dealing with the history of Hindusim, the sacred writings of the Hindus, the Hindu worldview, and the specifics of the major branches of Hindusim--Vaisnavism, S aivism, and S ...
This book is, thus, an effort to compile the history, development and the basic tenets of Hinduism which guide the way of life of one fifth of humanity on earth.
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Discusses the historical origins, teachings, practices, persecution, spread, and challenges of the world's third largest religion, Hinduism.
Dharma, karma, and moksha — grasp the importance of moral order, action, and the quest for liberation from the cycle of death and rebirth Gods, goddesses, and avatars — get acquainted with the Hindu Trinity (Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva), ...
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.
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