DOC The Ideals of the East: With Special Reference to the Art of Japan (Stone Bridge Classics) by Kakuzo Okakura in History

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What is (real) Hinduism? The simple answer is that there is no simple answer. We know Hinduism as the most ancient; complex; and fascinating religion of humankind. It may also be the least understood due to the bewildering variety of its thought processes; which are both original and sublime. An attempt has been made in the book to present a short and simplified; yet comprehensive view of Hinduism; and its culture and civilization. The vast range of Hindu gods and goddesses is fully explored. The second half of the book relates to study of the Hindu military value system from the earliest times of mythology to the present times. Issues of Hindu military mindset and 750 years of unending slavery are covered in detail. The causes for Hindu military defeats are analyzed with an extraordinary degree of candor; the conclusions reached shatter many a prevalent myth. The causes for Hindu military defeats lay in their mind; rather than in their muscle.