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Hinduism For Dummies

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John Wiley & Sons, Jun 15, 2011 - Social Science - 384 pages
Your hands-on guide to one of the world's major religions

The dominant religion of India, "Hinduism" refers to a wide variety of religious traditions and philosophies that have developed over thousands of years. Today, the United States is home to approximately one million Hindus.

If you've heard of this ancient religion and are looking for a reference that explains the intricacies of the customs, practices, and teachings of this ancient spiritual system, Hinduism For Dummies is for you!

  • Provides a thorough introduction to this earliest and popular world belief system
  • Information on the rites, rituals, deities, and teachings associated with the practice of Hinduism
  • Explores the history and teachings of the Vedas, Brahmans, and Upanishads
  • Offers insight into the modern daily practice of Hinduism around the world

Continuing the Dummies tradition of making the world's religions engaging and accessible to everyone, Hinduism For Dummies is your hands-on, friendly guide to this fascinating religion.

  

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User Review  - Rivqah - Goodreads

This was a pretty good overview of Hinduism. The author explains mucxh of their philosophy and cosmology. Definitely it's a very interesting read. Read full review

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User Review  - Craig Patton - Goodreads

This book was a fascinating read especially considering the integration of Hindu theology and philosophy. As someone who had a very limited knowledge of the Hindu faith, this book is a very good ... Read full review

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Contents

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IV
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V
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VI
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VII
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VIII
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XVII
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XVIII
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XIX
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XXI
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XXII
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XXIII
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XXIV
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XXVI
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About the author (2011)

Dr. Amrutur V. Srinivasan, born in India, is primary founder and first president of the Connecticut Valley Hindu Temple Society. He has functioned as a Hindu priest performing a wide variety of pujas (worships), weddings, and other ceremonies since 1971.

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