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A Brief Introduction to Jainism and Sikhism

This brief introduction to Jainism and Sikhism is designed to help readers understand these important religious traditions. Known and valued for its balanced approach, this text provides broad coverage of Jainism and Sikhism through an arresting layout. The user-friendly content is enhanced by chart...

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Bibliographic Details
Call Number:Libro Electrónico
Main Author: Partridge, Christopher
Other Authors: Dowley, Tim
Format: Electronic eBook
Language:Inglés
Published: Minneapolis, Minnesota : Fortress Press, 2019.
Series:Brief Introductions to World Religions.
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Online Access:Texto completo
Table of Contents:
  • Front Cover; A Brief Introduction to Jainism and Sikhism; Title Page; Copyright; Consulting Editors; Contents; Contributors; List of Maps; List of Time Charts; List of Festival Charts; List of Illustrations; Preface; Part 1: Understanding Religion; What Is Religion?; Phenomenology and the Study of Religion; The Anthropology of Religion; The Sociology of Religion; The Psychology of Religion; Theological Approaches to the Study of Religion; Critical Theory and Religion; Ritual and Performance; Part 2: Jainism; A Historical Overview; Sacred Writings; Beliefs; Family and Society
  • Worship and FestivalsJainism in the Modern World; Part 3: Sikhism; A Historical Overview; Sacred Writings; Beliefs; Worship and Festivals; Family and Society; Sikhism Today; Gallery; Rapid Fact-Finder; Index; Picture Acknowledgments; Back Cover