This is the third thematic volume of Brills Encyclopedia of Hinduism; which deals broadly with Hindu society. Readers will find articles on caste; family; age; and gender; as well as on religious specialists such as gurus; sdhus; healers; and astrologers. Religious traditions; presented in alphabetical order from Aghors and Buls to Vaikhansa and Vrkar Samprady; feature prominently as one of the anchor sections. Another major section presents a thorough examination of Hindu philosophical traditions; including history; branches; and contemporary aspects.
#8558069 in Books 2012-12-01Original language:English #File Name: 8971058994416 pages
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