The Dabistan Or School Of Manners (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781417931958)

The Dabistan Or School Of Manners is a book written by David Shea, which provides a comprehensive insight into the customs and manners of various religions and sects prevalent in India during the 17th century. The book is a translation of the original Persian work, Dabistan-i Mazahib, which was written by Mohsin Fani in the 17th century.The book is divided into four parts, with each part discussing the customs and manners of a particular religion or sect. The first part of the book focuses on the customs of the Hindus, while the second part discusses the customs of the Muslims. The third part of the book deals with the customs of the Christians, and the fourth part discusses the customs of the Persians.The book is a valuable resource for those interested in the history of religions and their customs and traditions. It provides a detailed account of the various customs and manners prevalent in India during the 17th century and highlights the similarities and differences between various religions and sects.The book is written in a simple and easy-to-understand language, making it accessible to a wide range of readers. It is a must-read for those interested in the history of religions and their customs and traditions.1901. Part of the Universal Classics Library. The religious beliefs, observances, philosophic opinions and social customs of the nations of the East translated from the original Persian. With a special introduction by A. V. Williams Jackson. Contents: Invocation; Cult of the Parsees; The Sipasian Sect; The Code of Mahabad; The Jamshaspian Sect; The Samradian Sect; Zoroastrianism; The Hundred Gates of Paradise; The Orthodox Hindu System; The Vedantian Sect; The Sankhya Sect; The Vichnian Sect; The Vairagis Sect; The Buddhists; The Nanac Sect; The Yahuds (Jews); The Aisuyans (Christians); The Muhammedans; Omar Khayam; The Roshenians; The Ilaliahs; The Great Jenghis Khan; and The Religion of the Philosophers.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: David Shea
ISBN-10: 1417931957
ISBN-13: 9781417931958
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 05/17/2005
Pages: 432
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.39lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.96d