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Indian Religions: A Historical Reader of Spiritual Expression and Experience,New
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An expansive collection of essential texts from spiritual leaders of all major South Asian religionsIndian Religions is an expansive collection of the key written and oral texts by spiritual teachers from South Asia, covering 3,500 years and all the major traditionsBuddhism, Jainism, Hinduism, Islam, Sikhism, and 'new' Indian religions.The volume provides clear translations of extracts from original documents and texts from most of the wellknown and many of the lesserknown individuals and traditions. Overlapping parts and sections each comprise a historically and thematically defined stage of a tradition. The reader is thus able to follow the chronological development of the various traditions without isolating them from one another. Each section includes a contextsetting introduction which provides historical, cultural, and textual background. A general introduction lays the foundations for the text's theoretical framework and approach.Indian Religions is the most complete and bestorganized anthology of Indian religious/spiritual texts published to date. It serves as an introduction to the history of religions in South Asia, and will appeal to readers interested in India and Eastern religions as well as students of religion and South Asian culture.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Indian Religions: A Historical Reader of Spiritual Expression and Experience'? A: The book focuses on essential texts from spiritual leaders across major South Asian religions, including Buddhism, Jainism, Hinduism, Islam, Sikhism, and newer Indian religions, spanning 3,500 years of spiritual expression.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Indian Religions' is Peter Heehs, a noted scholar in the field of South Asian religious studies.
- Q: How many pages does this book contain? A: The book contains a total of 604 pages.
- Q: What type of binding is used for this book? A: This edition of the book is bound in paperback.
- Q: What is the publication date for this book? A: The book was published on September 1, 2002.
- Q: Is the book in new condition? A: Yes, the book is listed as being in new condition.
- Q: What kind of content can I expect in this anthology? A: The anthology includes clear translations of both well-known and lesser-known texts from various spiritual traditions, along with context-setting introductions for better understanding.
- Q: Who would benefit from reading this book? A: This book is beneficial for readers interested in the history of South Asian religions, students of religion, and those keen on exploring Eastern spiritual traditions.
- Q: Does the book provide historical context? A: Yes, each section includes introductions that provide historical, cultural, and textual background to enhance the reader's understanding of the traditions.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in religious studies? A: Yes, the book serves as an excellent introduction to the history of religions in South Asia, making it suitable for beginners.