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Title: Hinduism: A Very Short Introduction
Author: Kim Knott
Narrator: Susan McIneary
Format: Unabridged
Length: 4 hrs and 10 mins
Language: English
Release date: 01-24-11
Publisher: Audible Studios
Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 30 votes
Genres: Religion & Spirituality, Buddhism & Eastern Religions
Publisher's Summary:
Hinduism is practiced by about 80% of India's population, and by about 30 million people outside India. But how is Hinduism defined, and what basis does the religion have? 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.
Knott offers succinct explanations of Hinduism's central preoccupations, including the role of contemporary gurus and teachers in the quest for spiritual fulfillment; and the function of regular performances of the Mahabharata and Ramayana - scriptures that present the divine in personal form (avatara) and provide models of behavior for everyone, from kings and warriors to servants and children, and which focus on the dharma, the appropriate duties and moral responsibilities of the different varna or classes. The author also considers the challenges posed to Hinduism today as it spreads far beyond India, and as concerns are raised about issues such as dowry, death, caste prejudice, and the place of women in Hindu society.
Members Reviews:
Excellent Introduction to Hinduism
Indeed a very short, but still excellent introduction to Hinduism. Provides a clear, well-organized, concise overview of the history, religious practices, gods, philosophical schools, and of various other aspects of Hinduism. Professor Knott's erudition and enthusiasm for the subject matter are apparent throughout this introductory work.
More of a History lesson of India
The book did not answer much of what Hinduism is. Was more of a history of India by the west. The religion as viewed in the eyes from someone from the west. The reader was fantastic but the book fell far short of it's title.
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Title: Hinduism: A Very Short Introduction
Author: Kim Knott
Narrator: Susan McIneary
Format: Unabridged
Length: 4 hrs and 10 mins
Language: English
Release date: 01-24-11
Publisher: Audible Studios
Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 30 votes
Genres: Religion & Spirituality, Buddhism & Eastern Religions
Publisher's Summary:
Hinduism is practiced by about 80% of India's population, and by about 30 million people outside India. But how is Hinduism defined, and what basis does the religion have? 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.
Knott offers succinct explanations of Hinduism's central preoccupations, including the role of contemporary gurus and teachers in the quest for spiritual fulfillment; and the function of regular performances of the Mahabharata and Ramayana - scriptures that present the divine in personal form (avatara) and provide models of behavior for everyone, from kings and warriors to servants and children, and which focus on the dharma, the appropriate duties and moral responsibilities of the different varna or classes. The author also considers the challenges posed to Hinduism today as it spreads far beyond India, and as concerns are raised about issues such as dowry, death, caste prejudice, and the place of women in Hindu society.
Members Reviews:
Excellent Introduction to Hinduism
Indeed a very short, but still excellent introduction to Hinduism. Provides a clear, well-organized, concise overview of the history, religious practices, gods, philosophical schools, and of various other aspects of Hinduism. Professor Knott's erudition and enthusiasm for the subject matter are apparent throughout this introductory work.
More of a History lesson of India
The book did not answer much of what Hinduism is. Was more of a history of India by the west. The religion as viewed in the eyes from someone from the west. The reader was fantastic but the book fell far short of it's title.