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This book provides a much-needed thematic and historical introduction to Hinduism, the religion of the majority of people in India. Dr. Flood traces the development of Hindu traditions from ancient origins and the major deities to the modern world. Hinduism as both a global religion and a form of nationalism are discussed. Emphasis is given to the tantric traditions, which have been so influential; to Hindu ritual, more fundamental than belief or doctrine; and to Dravidian influences. It introduces some debates within contemporary scholarship.Product Identifiers
PublisherCambridge University Press
ISBN-139780521438780
eBay Product ID (ePID)87141411
Product Key Features
Book TitleAn Introduction to Hinduism
AuthorGavin D. Flood
FormatPaperback
LanguageEnglish
TopicHinduism
Publication Year1996
Dimensions
Item Height228mm
Item Width151mm
Additional Product Features
Title_AuthorGavin D. Flood
Series TitleIntroduction to Religion
Country/Region of ManufactureUnited Kingdom