| Edition |
Second edition. |
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[Enhanced Credo edition] |
| Description |
1 online resource (716 entries) : 34 images ; digital files. |
| Physical Medium |
polychrome |
| Description |
text file |
| Series |
Encyclopedia of world religions
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Encyclopedia of world religions.
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| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references. |
| Contents |
About the editors -- Preface -- Acknowledgments -- Note on terms and spelling -- The origins of Hinduism -- The sacred texts of Hinduism: The Vedas -- Epic and classical Hinduism -- Development of the caste system -- Islam and Hinduism -- Hinduism during the British Era -- Post-independence India (after 1947) -- Dissemination -- An encyclopedic approach -- Chronology -- Entries A-Y -- Bibliography. |
| Access |
Access restricted to authorized users and institutions. |
| Summary |
The Encyclopedia of Hinduism, Second Edition focuses on the most significant groups within this religion, noteworthy teachers and their contributions, the religions and cultural movements that enriched its history, and the spread of Hindu thought and practice around the world. |
| System Details |
Mode of access: World Wide Web. |
| Local Note |
Credo Reference General Reference |
| Subject |
Hinduism -- Encyclopedias.
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Hinduism. |
| Genre/Form |
Encyclopedias.
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Electronic books.
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Encyclopedias.
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| Added Author |
Jones, Constance A., editor.
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Ryan, James Daniel, editor.
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Credo Reference (Firm), distributor.
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| ISBN |
9781787851689 electronic version |
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1438141769 ebook |
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9781438141763 ebook |
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