In this very short introduction, kim knott offers a succinct and authoritative overview of this major religion, and analyses the challenges facing it in the. She discusses key preoccupations of hinduism such as the centrality of. Key preoccupations of hinduism today include the centrality of the veda as religious texts. As it is a very brief introduction, it doesnt go into much detail, but it does provide a nice overview of hinduism in terms of philosophy, ritual, gender. A very short introduction 2e very short introductions 2 by knott, kim isbn. Hinduism is practised by nearly 80 per cent of indias population, and around 70 million people outside india. A very short introduction very short introductions. She discusses key preoccupations of hinduism such as the centrality of the veda as religious texts, the role of brahmins, gurus, and storytellers in the.
Feb 24, 2000 hinduism is practised by eighty per cent of indias population, and by thirty million people outside india. In this very short introduction, kim knott provides clear insight into the beliefs and authority of hindus and hinduism, and considers the ways in which it has been. Excellent introduction to hinduism indeed a very short, but still excellent introduction to hinduism. In this very short introduction, kim knott provides clear insight into the beliefs and authority of hindus and hinduism, and considers the ways in which it has. She discusses key preoccupations of hinduism such as the centrality of the veda as religious texts, the role of brahmin. But how is hinduism defined, and what basis does the. A very short introduction offers an overview of this major religion, discussing key topics such as the centrality of the veda as religious texts, the role of brahmins, gurus, and storytellers in the transmission of divine truths, and the cultural and moral importance of epics such as the ramayana. Please subscribe or login to access full text content. In this very short introduction, kim knott provides clear insight into the beliefs and authority of hindus and hinduism, and considers th. In this very short introduction, kim knott offers a succinct and authoritative overview of this major religion, and analyses the challenges facing it. A very short introduction admirably attempts to do just that in one pocket sized edition. Kim knott is professor of religious and secular studies. Previously at the university of leeds but now at lancaster university, she teaches the study of religions.
As such, introducing hinduism concisely can be extremely challenging. Citation formats are based on standards as of july 2010. This book is a very good introduction for someone who knows little about the subject and would like to learn more, however for someone who does know a something about hinduism and would like to learn more it is a little unsatisfying. Hinduism, a very short introduction the author discusses hinduism, which is the predominant faith in continental india, particularly in india and nepal and is considered by many as the oldest religion on earth or eternal waylaw. A very short introduction kim knott by kim knott part of the very short introductions series from the oxford university press, this is an authoritative overview of the religion with analyses of the contemporary issues plaguing the hindus, in nine chapters. A very short introduction very short introductions 9780198745549. Hinduism is practised by nearly eighty per cent of indias population, and by some seventy million people outside india.
A brief introduction to hinduism augsburg fortress. Hinduism book san francisco public library bibliocommons. A very short introduction offers an overview of this major religion, discussing key topics such as the centrality of the veda as religious texts, the role of brahmins, gurus, and storytellers in the transmission of divine truths, and the cultural and moral. Feb 29, 2016 hinduism is practised by nearly eighty per cent of indias population, and by some seventy million people outside india. In this very short introduction, kim knott provides clear insight into the beliefs and authority of hindus and hinduism, and considers the ways in which it has been affected by colonialism and modernity. What you learn from the very short introduction series. Well written, relatively short, and reasonably objective in its overview. The length of each book is fixed at thirtyfive thousand words, or roughly. This book is a very good introduction for someone who knows little about the subject and would like to learn more, however for someone who does know a something about. In this very short introduction, kim knott offers a succinct and authoritative overview of this major religion, and analyses the challenges facing it in the twentyfirst. Read the slides to answer the questions on the sheet in front of you.
Hinduism is practiced by about eighty percent of indias population, and by about 30 million people outside india. A very short introduction kim knott oxford university. In this very short introduction, kim knott provides clear insight into the beliefs and authority of hindus and hinduism, and considers the ways in. Preface hindu gods and goddesses are everywhere in india, hidden within gorgeous temples and small wayside shrines, depicted in intricate stone carvings, looking out benevolently from advertisements, calendar prints, and film posters, and captured on market stalls and in shop windows in jewellery and small sculptures. Hinduism is practised by eighty per cent of indias population, and by thirty million people outside india. Access to the complete content on very short introductions online requires a subscription or purchase. Hinduism a very short introduction 1st edition rent. In this very short introduction, kim knott offers a succinct and authoritative overview of hinduism and its key beliefs. A very short introduction very short introductions book online at best prices in india on. The books are concise introductions to particular subjects, intended for a general audience but written by experts. A very short introduction combines an overview of a major religion with analysis of the challenges facing it in the twentieth century. Public users are able to search the site and view the abstracts and keywords for each book and chapter without a subscription. Provides a clear, wellorganized, concise overview of the history, religious practices, gods, philosophical schools, and of various other aspects of hinduism. But how is hinduism defined, and what basis does the religion have.
Rent hinduism a very short introduction 1st edition 9780192853875 and save up to 80% on textbook rentals and 90% on used textbooks. This term, itself somewhat problematic, is the moniker of a tradition that seems to contain as many paths and practices as there are adherents. Hinduism is the worlds third most popular religion, with around 750 million followers. In this very short introduction, kim knott combines a succinct and authoritative overview of a major religion with an analysis of the challenges facing it in the twentieth century. In this second edition she considers new issues facing hindus such as the politicization of hinduism in india, the increasing impact of hindu nationalism, and the rise and fall of sectarian hindu movements. As it is a very brief introduction, it doesnt go into much detail, but it does provide a nice overview of hinduism in terms of philosophy, ritual, gender and caste, literature, politics, history and geography. Very short introductions vsi are a book series published by the oxford university press oup. A very short introduction access to the complete content on very short introductions online requires a subscription or purchase. In this very short introduction, kim knott provides clear insight into the beliefs and authority of hindus and hinduism, and considers the ways in which it has been affected by colonialism and mod hinduism is practiced by about 80 percent of indias population, and by about 30 million people outside india. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and. A very short introduction part of the series very short introductions. This book is a very good introduction for someone who knows little about the subject and would like to learn more.
A very short introduction by kim knott 9780192853875. If any single text can be compared to the new testament, it is thisone. These pocketsized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. She discusses key preoccupations of hinduism such as the centrality of the veda as religious texts, the role of brahmins, gurus, and storytellers in the transmission of divine truths, and the. Kim knott hinduism is practiced by about 80 percent of indias population, and by about 30 million people outside india. Hinduism is practiced by about 80 percent of indias population, and by about 30 million people outside india. Citations should be used as a guideline and should be double checked for. You can change region by clicking the flag in the toolbar.
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