A Dictionary of Hinduism
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| Rating | : | 4.83 (888 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0198610254 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 384 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2014-07-27 |
| Language | : | English |
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Invaluable resource harold d walters This book is indispensable for anyone attempting to study Hinduism. My only regret is that I wish the book was at least twice the size but that's not a serious criticism. I think it is fortunate that such an excellent resource is available.
With clear and concise definitions that cover everything from the origins of the religion to Hinduism in the modern world, this dictionary is essential for students and teachers of Hinduism, theology, Asian studies, or philosophy, as well as the related disciplines of history, sociology, and anthropology. It is also a valuable source of information for all practicing Hindus and for anyone with an interest in Indian religions and culture.. This new authoritative dictionary covers all aspects of Hinduism,including practices, festivals, beliefs, gods, sacred sites, languages, and religious texts. The most wide-ranging dictionary of its kind, this brand new AZ also contains biographical entries for key thinkers, teachers, and scholars. Detailed appendices include maps, pronunci
He provides a heavy dose of cross-references as well. From Booklist Hindu literature has a language all its own, consisting of countless terms derived largely from Sanskrit (an ancient language of India). Editor Johnson (Cardiff University) is well credentialed and even served as the translator of Oxford’s edition of the Bhagavad Gita (a classic Hindu text). Needless to say, the majority of the entries will not be found in other dictionaries—not even religious ones. At least half of the terms are proper names describing things such as people (ancient and modern), places, and Hindu sub
He has translated and written introductions and notes for the Oxford World Classics series, including for The Bhagavad Gita. He has contributed to Longman's Dictionary of Contemporary Religions: A World Guide and has been a consultant on Asian religions in the New Shorter Oxford English Dictionary. W. J. He has also published a book (Harmless Souls) and various articles on the ancient Indian reli