Religion in India: A Historical Introduction

Fred W. Clothey, "Religion in India: A Historical Introduction"
Taylor & Francis (2006) | English | eISBN: 0203967836 | 300 pages | PDF | 2.87 MB

Religion in India is an ideal first introduction to India's fascinating and varied religious history. Fred W. Clothey surveys the religions of India through the modern period. Exploring the interactions between different religious movements over time, and engaging with some of the liveliest debates in religious studies, he examines the rituals, mythologies, arts, ethics, and social and cultural contexts of religion as lived in the past and present on the subcontinent. Key topics discussed include:

* Hinduism, its origins, context and development over time
* other religions (such as Christianity, Judaism, Islam, Sikhism, Zoroastrianism, Jainism, and Buddhism) and their interactions with hinduism
* the influences of colonialism on Indian religion
* the spread of Indian religions in the rest of the world
* the practice of religion in everyday life, including case studies of pilgrimages, festivals, temples, and rituals, and the role of women.

Written by an experienced teacher, this student-friendly textbook is full of clear, lively discussion and vivid examples. Complete with maps and illustrations, and useful pedagogical features, including timelines, a comprehensive glossary, and recommended further reading specific to each chapter, this is an invaluable resource for students beginning their studies of Indian religions.

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