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Hinduismby Kim Knott
Oxford University Press 1998; US$ 8.95Hinduism is practised by 80 per cent of India's population, and by 30 million people outside India. In this "Very Short Introduction", Kim Knott combines a succinct overview of a major religion with an analysis of the challenges facing it in the 20th century. more...
Bhagavad-Gita or, The Song Celestialby Anonymous
MobileReference.com 2010; US$ 3.99The Bhagavad Gita ("Song of God") is an important Sanskrit Hindu scripture. It is revered as a sacred scripture of Hinduism, and considered as one of the most important religious classics of the world. The Bhagavad Gita comprising 700 verses, is a part of the Mahabharata. The teacher of the Bhagavad Gita is Krishna, who is regarded by the Hindus as the supreme manifestation of the Lord Himself, and is referred to within as Bhagavanthe divine one. The Bhagavad Gita is commonly referred to as The Gita for short. The content of the Gita is the conversation between Krishna and Arjuna taking place on the battlefield before the start of the Kurukshetra war. Responding to Arjuna's confusion and moral dilemma, Krishna explains to... more...
The Heart of Tantric Sexby Diana Richardson
O-Books 2010; US$ 9.99After many years of exploration, Diana Richardson found that the ancient practice of Tantra, with its unique, intelligent approach to sex, had the effect of enhancing intimacy and deepening love. Here she has adapted Tantra for modern Western lovers in a practical, sympathetic way. Tantric Sex can transform your experience into a more sensual, loving and fulfilling one. more...
Hinduism For Dummiesby Srinivasan
John Wiley & Sons 2011; US$ 19.99Your 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... more...
Religion and Ecology in India and Southeast Asiaby David Gosling; Ninian Smart
Routledge 2001; US$ 39.95Examines the part Hinduism and Buddhism could play in resolving ecological problems facing the Indian sub-continent and South East Asia. Based on extensive fieldwork and placed in the context of religious change in the region. more...
Divine and the Demonicby Graham Dwyer
RoutledgeCurzon 2002; US$ 180.00Focuses on supernatural affliction - illness and misfortune ascribed to demonic spirits or ghosts and to other mystical agents, such as sorcerers and witches. more...
Hindu Psychologyby Swami Akhilananda
Routledge 1999; US$ 375.00This six volume set from the International Library of Psychology explores the interface between pschology and religion looking at a number of areas. The relevance of Hindu belief systems and thier perception are also looked at. more...
Hinduismby Cybelle Shattuck
Routledge 1999; US$ 23.95Hinduism is a concise and readable survey of the history of Hinduism. Focusing particularly on the modern period, it provides a valuable introduction to contemporary Hindu beliefs and practices. more...
Explaining Mantrasby Robert A. Yelle
Routledge 2003; US$ 116.00Explaining Mantras explores the intersection of poetry and magic in the mantras or verbal formulas of Hindu Tantra and combines the study of ancient Tantric rituals with the latest theories in the human sciences. more...
Yogaby Ian Whicher; David Carpenter
RoutledgeCurzon 2003; US$ 170.00The essays cover the historical emergence of the classical system, a careful examination of key elements, character and relevance of that system and a glimpse of some of the tradition's many effects in later Indian religious history. more...