Introducing Hinduism
By: Hillary P. Rodrigues.
Series: World religions series; World religions (Routledge (Firm))
Publisher: Routledge
Published: 2006
Place of publication: Abingdon [England]; New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 388
Subjects: Hinduism -- Textbooks
Genres: Textbooks
Description: "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. Illustrated throughout, the book also includes text boxes, summary charts, a glossary and a list of further reading to aid students' understanding and revision."--Jacket.