Hinduism For Dummies

Srinivasan, Amrutur V.

ISBN 10: 0470878584 / ISBN 13: 9780470878583

Published by For Dummies, 2011

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Bibliographic Details

Title: Hinduism For Dummies

Publisher: For Dummies

Publication Date: 2011

Binding: Soft cover

Book Condition: New

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Synopsis:

Your 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
• Offers insight into the modern daily practice of Hinduism around the world

Continuing the Dummies tradition of making the world's religions engaging and accessible to everyone, Hinduism For Dummies is your hands-on, friendly guide to this fascinating religion.

From the Author:

Be sure to download the errata sheet from my site at
avsrinivasan.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/errata-Dec-2011.pdf