{"product_id":"hinduism-jane-peters-9781647482565","title":"Hinduism: This is Hinduism - Learn the Basics about Hindu Beliefs, gods and rituals","description":"\u003cp\u003eLearn the Basics about Hindu Beliefs, Gods and Rituals\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis book contains an easily accessible overview of the Hindu religion, with a focus on those coming from the Western religions and cultures. While quite a few of us in the west are familiar with at least some aspects of the religion (karma for instance), most of us lack any real depth of understanding of the complexities and nuances of one of the world's oldest and most diverse religions. I hope that by reading this book you can at least begin to scratch the surface of this rich and intricate religion.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe will cover the basics of the belief system, including the concepts of karma, reincarnation, ahimsa, and the one Supreme Being. These concepts unite all the various sects of the Hindu religion, as well as all of the regional and familial variations in what is a rich and complex religion.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe pantheon of the gods is described, with an emphasis on each god's function. The rich symbolism present in their depictions is also explored, for a small sampling of the main deities. A full treatment of the symbolism is a subject worthy of a full semester college course.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNot only is Hinduism rich in its diversity of gods and goddesses, it is also filled with many different rituals and festivals. Some of the most important rituals that punctuate the life of a Hindu are described. Rituals that are performed for pregnancy, birth, and death are common. Like we are accustomed to in the west, the Hindu religion also celebrates many holidays. I describe some of the most popular.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFinally, I give a brief overview of what can only be considered one of the largest collections of religious scriptures in the world. They number over 100, though not all are accorded the same significance. This work is intended to serve as a jumping off point for you to begin your self-exploration of the world's oldest and third largest religion.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn this book, you'll learn...\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eFundamental Beliefs\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe Many Faces of Brahman\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHindu Rituals, Ceremonies, and Festivals\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHindu Holy Texts\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMuch, much more \u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Jane Peters\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 1647482569\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781647482565\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Bravex Publications\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 01\/10\/2020\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 30\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.47lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.25d","brand":"Jane Peters","offers":[{"title":"Hardcover","offer_id":44159474761983,"sku":"9781647482565","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_956957ba-40ae-4e8e-b61a-6de455a0d69e.jpg?v=1689082825","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/hinduism-jane-peters-9781647482565","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}