Hinduism And Hierarchy In Bali
In the context of Dutch colonialism, world war, the incorporation of Bali into the Indonesian state and the tourist boom, this book examines the complex relationships between the changing nature and c...
Devotional Literature In South Asia: Current Research, 1985 1988
This volume addresses research topics within the field of Bhakti literature, the devotional poetry and other compositions of devotional character in the earlier literature of the modern South Asian la...
The Illustrated Encyclopedia Of Hinduism: Volume Two
-- From Abhang through Zodiac, these two volumes contain over 2,500 thoroughly cross-referenced entries that clearly define terms and concepts related to the beliefs, practices, and history of Hinduis...
Der Askesediskurs In Der Religionsgeschichte: Eine Vergleichende Untersuchung Brahmanischer Und Fruhchristlicher Texte
Asceticism as an expression of postulated religious radicalism is a fascinating subject within religious studies. This volume studies and compares statements regarding the proper ascetic life in Brahm...
Hinduism And Ecology: The Intersection Of Earth, Sky, And Water
This fourth volume in the series exploring religions and the environment investigates the role of the multifaceted Hindu tradition in the development of greater ecological awareness in India. The twe...
Key Words In Hinduism
Designed for both classroom and general use, the handy "Key Words" guidebooks are essential resources for those who want clear and concise explanations of common terms and unfamiliar concepts of major...
Hare Krishna Transformed
See the Table of Contents Read the Introduction aEloquently written. . . . Highly Recommended.a--"G.R. Thursby, Choice" aLongtime Hare Krishna observer Rochford shows that devotees, formerly known ...
Visnu's Children: Prenatal Life-Cycle Rituals In South India
The Vaikhanasas, a group of Brahmanic priests in the Visnu temples of south India, can look back on a long and turbulent history that is characterized by the effort of claiming their status against ri...
Purifying The Earthly Body Of God: Religion And Ecology In Hindu India
Examining the relation between religion and ecological concern in Hinduism from textual, theological, anthropological, feminist, and eco-activist approaches, this volume brings together an internation...
Espiritualidad Hindu: Sanatana Dharma
The mythology and practice of Hinduism are outlined in this sensitive discussion of Hindu faith and iconography. Avoiding academic jargon, this book relies upon firsthand accounts and personal knowled...
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