In this thorough text, Hindu Studies scholar Gavin Flood provides an introduction to tantra: what it is, where it fits into the history of South Asia and beyond, what its links are to Hinduism and Buddhism, and how contemporary tantra transforms t...Daugiau...
In this thorough text, Hindu Studies scholar Gavin Flood provides an introduction to tantra: what it is, where it fits into the history of South Asia and beyond, what its links are to Hinduism and Buddhism, and how contemporary tantra transforms t...Daugiau...
This book presents an account of the concept of mind in Hindu Tantra through a study of religious and philosophical texts in the medieval period. It will be of interest to researchers in the field of Religious Studies, Asian Religion, Hindu Studie...Daugiau...
Connecting Ecologies focuses on the environmental aspects of Pope Francis encyclical Laudato Si and the challenge to care for our common home. Connecting Ecologies focuses on the environmental aspects of...Daugiau...
That religion is still of central importance in todays world can hardly be doubted as we see in political contestation and violent conflict throughout the world. In South Asia religion is at the center of controversy and ideological battles and que...Daugiau...
(Išleidimo metai: 20-Aug-2020, Hardback, Leidėjas: Oxford University Press, ISBN-13: 9780198733508)
Traditions of asceticism, yoga, and devotion (bhakti), including dance and music, developed in Hinduism over long periods of time. Some of these practices, notably those denoted by the term yoga, are orientated towards salvation from the cycle of rei...Daugiau...
If by monotheism we mean the idea of a single transcendent God who creates the universe out of nothing, then that is not found in the history of Hinduism. But if we mean a supreme, transcendent deity who impels the universe, an ultimate source of all...Daugiau...
(Išleidimo metai: 28-Feb-2019, Hardback, Leidėjas: Oxford University Press, ISBN-13: 9780198836124)
Religion and the Philosophy of Life considers how religion as the source of civilization transforms the fundamental bio-sociology of humans through language and the somatic exploration of religious ritual and prayer. Gavin Flood offers an in...Daugiau...
The Importance of Religion reveals the significance of religion in modern times, showing how it provides people with meaning to their lives and helps guide them in their everyday moral choices. Provides listeners with a new understanding of...Daugiau...
The idea that there is a truth within the person linked to the discovery of a deeper, more fundamental, more authentic self has been a common theme in many religions throughout history and an idea that is still with us today. This inwardness or inter...Daugiau...
Providing a systematic and complete overview of the highest scholarly quality on Tantric mantras in Hinduism, this book presents a summary on the nature of Tantric mantras, their phonetic aspect, structure and classifications. Additionally, it exp...Daugiau...
(Išleidimo metai: 01-Jul-2014, Paperback / softback, Leidėjas: V & A Publishing, ISBN-13: 9781851777976)
Ši knyga nebeleidžiama, tačiau mes Jums pranešime naudoto egzemplioriaus kainą
From political activism comes the art of protest, symbols, and designs that defy standard definitions. This timely book shows how objects can change the world by out-designing authority. Included are items from protest movements over the past th...Daugiau...
A true translation whose literary qualities make it stand out from the rest.Daniel Gold, Cornell UniversityHeres a chance to rediscover The Bhagavad Gita in a translation that blends true scholarship with artistry.Library Journal The B...Daugiau...
(Išleidimo metai: 24-Oct-2013, Hardback, Leidėjas: Oxford University Press, ISBN-13: 9780199684564)
The idea that there is a truth within the person linked to the discovery of a deeper, more fundamental, more authentic self has been a common theme in many religions throughout history and an idea that is still with us today. This inwardness or inter...Daugiau...
A new translation of the classic Hindu text about virtue featuring a dialogue between Krishna and the warrior Arjuna before a battle over succession to the throne. The Bhagavad Gita, the Song of the Lord, is an ancient Hindu scripture about v...Daugiau...
A new translation of the classic Hindu text about virtue featuring a dialogue between Krishna and the warrior Arjuna before a battle over succession to the throne. The Bhagavad Gita, the Song of the Lord, is an ancient Hindu scriptur...Daugiau...
The Importance of Religion reveals the significance of religion in modern times, showing how it provides people with meaning to their lives...Daugiau...
In spite of the noble efforts of scientific reason to reveal everything to us, in many ways the world remains a mysterious place. For so many people, religion continues to represent a crucial guide to navigating through the strange world we all inha...Daugiau...
(Išleidimo metai: 26-Feb-2008, Other digital carrier, Leidėjas: Wiley-Blackwell (an imprint of John Wiley & Sons Ltd), ISBN-13: 9781405166546)
Ši knyga nebeleidžiama, tačiau mes Jums pranešime naudoto egzemplioriaus kainą
An ideal resource for courses on Hinduism or world religions, this accessible volume spans the entire field of Hindu studies. It provides a forum for the best scholars in the world to make their views and research available to a wider audience. ...Daugiau...
Is tantra just about exotic sexual practice or does it amount to something more? This lively and original book contributes to a more complete understanding of tantra. It argues that within the different Hindu traditions, it is ritual and as...Daugiau...
Is tantra just about exotic sexual practice or does it amount to something more? This lively and original book contributes to a more complete understanding of tantra. It argues that within the different Hindu traditions, it is ritual and as...Daugiau...
An ideal resource for courses on Hinduism or world religions, this accessible volume spans the entire field of Hindu studies. It provides a forum for the best scholars in the world to make their views and research available to a wider audience. ...Daugiau...
A new approach to comparing religions (Christianity, Buddhism and Hinduism), focusing on traditions of asceticism. Focusing on Christianity, Buddhism and Hinduism, this book argues that asceticism must be understood within the boundaries of t...Daugiau...
(Išleidimo metai: 25-Nov-2004, Hardback, Leidėjas: Cambridge University Press, ISBN-13: 9780521843386)
A new approach to comparing religions (Christianity, Buddhism and Hinduism), focusing on traditions of asceticism. Focusing on Christianity, Buddhism and Hinduism, this book argues that asceticism must be understood within the boundaries of t...Daugiau...
Bored with your family snapshots? Ugly friends? Well show you how to harness the power of Photoshop Elements 2 to subtly improve or distort them beyond all recognition as you see fit! Packed full of creative, fun ideas, each explain...Daugiau...
If we were to say Marilyn to you, what would you be thinking? Monroe? Manson?Well, you would be thinking about the most inspired use of facial imagery. Anybody in advertising will tell you that the most effective sales tool around is the fa...Daugiau...
