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About the Book
Introducing Hinduism
'A welcome addition to the current range of introductory
materials on Hinduism. ...Rodrigues' treatment is sympathetic and
sensitive, managing to suggest a sense of both of the breadth and
richness of Hindu tradition and of its underlying unity.'
- Sushil Mittal, James Madison University, USA
'Hinduism' describes the array of beliefs and practices of the
majority of the people of South Asia, particularly those of India
and Nepal.
Introducing Hinduism is the ideal starting point for students
wishing to undertake a comprehensive study of this fascinating religion.
This lively introduction explores the complexities of Hinduism,
including its social structures, especially its caste system, its
rituals and many scriptures, its vast mythology and varieties of
deities and its religious philosophies. Hillary Rodrigues, an experienced
teacher of the Hindu tradition, emphasises the importance of Hindu
rituals and practice, subjects of particular interest in contemporary
scholarship.
User-friendly, with a special text design, Introducing Hinduism
also includes the following features to aid study and revision:
- maps and illustrations
- lively quotations from original sources
- pronunciation guide
- glossary
- learning goals
- summary boxes
- discussion questions
- suggestions for further reading.
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