Defining Hinduism

Defining Hinduism
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Publisher : Routledge
Total Pages : 239
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ISBN-10 : 9781315475639
ISBN-13 : 1315475634
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Book Synopsis Defining Hinduism by : J. E. Llewellyn

Download or read book Defining Hinduism written by J. E. Llewellyn and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2017-07-28 with total page 239 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 'Defining Hinduism' focuses on what Hinduism is, what it has been, and what some have argued it should be. The oldest of the world religions, Hinduism presents a complex pantheon and system of beliefs. Far from being unchanging, Hinduism has, like any faith of duration, evolved in response to changing cultural, political and ideological demands. The book brings together some of the leading scholars working on South Asian religions today.


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