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The A to Z of Hinduism
Bruce M. Sullivan
The A to Z of Hinduism : Bruce M. Sullivan : Vision Books : Book (ISBN: 8170945216)
Pages: 272
Price: Rs. 399
Format: Paperback
ISBN13/10: 9788170945214 / 8170945216
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Table of Contents
This is a unique, quick-reference book on what is probably the world’s oldest major
religion. The reach of this book is as wide as that of Hinduism itself, covering
in alphabetically arranged entries :
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The
historical evolution of Hinduism;
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Cultural
practices and popular beliefs;
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Philosophical ideas and religious thought;
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Mythology
and rituals;
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Important
religious figures and events;
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Major
Hindu scriptures and concepts;
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Pilgrimage
sites and sacred places;
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Hindu art,
literature and architecture;
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The
different sects and spiritual paths.
A succinct chronology provides a timeline of Hinduism’s evolution
over four-and-a-half millennia.
This is a
wonderful book for anyone interested in knowing about or understanding the essentials
of Hinduism. Equally, it is of exceptional value for modern Hindus who seek to
better understand the context and background of their culture and way of life
amidst rapid modernization.
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| Reviews
 | "A marvelously useful book . . . Sullivan has the gift of lucid prose and a keen sense of important points needed to explain the overall importance of a topic . . . masterfully selected . . . . Each entry is clearly presented and gives evidence of his deep scholarship. Highly recommended." — Choice, USA |
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| "Invaluable" — Rettig on Reference, USA |
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| "Well written . . . (even) the most difficult concepts are explained with refreshing lucidity . . . an excellent source of information on Hindu religion and culture" — Religious Studies Review, USA |
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Bruce M. Sullivan
BRUCE M.
SULLIVAN is professor of religious
studies and Asian studies at Northern
Arizona University, USA. His previous
books include
Kŗsna
Dvaipāyana Vyasa and the
Mahabharata: A New Interpretation
and The Sun God’s Daughter and King
Samvarana: Tapati-Samvarana and the
Kutiyattam Drama Tradition
(coauthored with N. P. Unni). He has
published professional articles in the
Journal of American Academy of
Religion, Asian Theatre
Journal, Literature and
Theology,
International Journal of Hindu
Studies, Annals of the Bhandarkar
Oriental Research Institute
and the Journal of Vaisnava
Studies. He has served in various
capacities in the American Academy of
Religion, and has been active in the
Association for Asian Studies and the
American Oriental Society.
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