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Religious Beliefs and Practices in India
0Original price was: ₹595.00.₹476.00Current price is: ₹476.00.Explore the rich tapestry of India’s spiritual landscape with ‘Religious Beliefs and Practices in India’ from The Bookish Owl. This insightful volume delves into the diverse faiths, rituals, and philosophies that shape Indian culture. Discover the core tenets of Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, Sikhism, Islam, and Christianity as practiced across the subcontinent. From ancient traditions to contemporary expressions, this book offers a comprehensive overview of India’s profound religious heritage. Ideal for students, scholars, and anyone seeking to understand the spiritual heart of India. Enhance your knowledge of world religions and South Asian studies with this essential guide. Available now at The Bookish Owl for a deeper understanding.
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Religious Conversion Movements in South Asia: Continuities and Change, 1800-1990
0Original price was: ₹796.00.₹796.00Current price is: ₹796.00.Explore the dynamic religious transformations across South Asia from 1800-1990. This seminal work delves into pivotal religious conversion movements in India, examining Christianity’s spread in NW India, Islamic conversions in South India, and significant shifts in Bengal and Kerala. Uncover the intricate processes of conversion and non-conversion, offering crucial insights into India’s religious, social, and cultural evolution. Essential reading for students and scholars of South Asian history and religious studies.
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Religious Culture and Violence in Traditional China (Elements in Religion and Violence)
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Religious Dissent in the Roman Empire: Violence in Judaea at the Time of Nero
0Original price was: ₹16,104.00.₹16,104.00Current price is: ₹16,104.00.Explore the origins of religious dissent and violence within the Roman Empire during Nero’s era. This profound study investigates the distinct manifestations of religious disagreement in Judaea, moving beyond political dissidence to analyze its impact on both Roman rule and the established priesthood. Discover a vital methodological framework for understanding recurrent historical phenomena and the persistent roots of religious extremism. Essential for scholars of Roman and Jewish history, religious psychology, and cultural conflict, this book offers crucial insights into the enduring paradigms of violence, relevant even in today’s world.
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Religious Ethics and Ethics of Thirukkural : A Comparative Study Focussing Hindu, Jain, Buddhist, Christian and Islamic Ethics
0₹520.00Explore the universal wisdom of Thirukkural ethics through a fascinating comparative study. This insightful Indian book delves into the moral philosophies of Hinduism, Jainism, Buddhism, Christianity, and Islam, highlighting their parallels and contrasts with Thiruvalluvar’s teachings. Understand the timeless importance of ethics that transcends religious doctrines. Essential reading for students of Indian philosophy, comparative religion, and scholars interested in the foundational principles of ethical living across diverse global traditions. Uncover shared human values presented with critical commentary.
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Religious Evolution and the Axial Age: From Shamans to Priests to Prophets (Scientific Studies of Religion: Inquiry and Explanation)
0Original price was: ₹11,712.00.₹11,712.00Current price is: ₹11,712.00.Uncover the scientific journey of religion, from ancient shamans to the transformative Axial Age. This compelling analysis traces the evolution of belief systems, explaining how societal changes spurred the rise of world religions like Hinduism and Buddhism. Delve into religion as a biological adaptation addressing existential anxiety, revealing the historical forces behind spiritual breakthroughs. This book is a vital resource for students of comparative religion, sociology, and anyone fascinated by the origins and development of spirituality across cultures, especially its profound impact on India.
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Religious Feminism and the Future of the Planet: A Christian-Buddhist Conversation (Religious Studies: Bloomsbury Academic Collections)
0Original price was: ₹10,736.00.₹10,736.00Current price is: ₹10,736.00.Explore the profound intersection of religious feminism and planetary well-being in this vital Christian-Buddhist conversation. Delve into the personal journeys and theological insights of leading scholars as they candidly discuss the liberating and challenging aspects of their faiths. Discover how engaged Buddhism and enlightened Christianity offer crucial pathways for creating a sustainable future for the planet. This book is essential reading for students and scholars of theology, gender studies, and interfaith dialogue, offering a compelling vision for eco-spirituality in a changing world.
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Religious Fictionalism (Elements in the Philosophy of Religion)
0₹1,714.32Uncover the fascinating world of religious fictionalism with this essential guide for students of philosophy of religion. Robin Le Poidevin explores whether faith can be viewed as make-believe, presenting its core motivations and contemporary challenges. This insightful volume critically examines how religious fictionalism parallels positions in ethics and metaphysics, and whether it offers a robust understanding of worship, prayer, and moral commitment. A key resource for anyone studying theology and the nature of religious belief in academic settings across India.
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Religious Humor in Evangelical Christian and Mormon Culture
0Original price was: ₹11,712.00.₹11,712.00Current price is: ₹11,712.00.Explore the fascinating intersection of faith and laughter with this insightful analysis of religious humor. Discover how believers within Evangelical Christian and Mormon cultures embrace comedy, using it to express identity and values. Elisha McIntyre critically examines stand-up, sitcoms, films, and cartoons, revealing the unique characteristics of ‘religious humor’ and the considerations—from ideology to taboos—that shape believers’ engagement with comic entertainment. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in religious studies, cultural studies, theology, or the dynamic relationship between faith and popular culture in the modern world.
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Religious Humor in Evangelical Christian and Mormon Culture
0Original price was: ₹3,317.42.₹3,317.42Current price is: ₹3,317.42.Uncover the vibrant world of religious humor within Evangelical Christian and Mormon cultures. This critical analysis explores how faith and laughter coexist, revealing humor as a powerful tool for expressing identity and values. Elisha McIntyre examines stand-up, film, and satire, delving into the unique characteristics of faith-based comedy and the considerations believers have around ideology and taboos. Essential for students of religious studies, cultural analysis, and anyone intrigued by the intersection of spirituality and entertainment. Discover the art of religious comedy.
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RELIGIOUS INTERACTIONS IN MODERN INDIA C
0Original price was: ₹1,036.00.₹1,036.00Current price is: ₹1,036.00.Explore the intricate dynamics of religious interactions in modern India. This crucial volume delves into the coexistence and antagonism within and between Hindu, Muslim, Sikh, Buddhist, Jain, and Christian traditions during the 19th and 20th centuries. Moving beyond isolated studies, it illuminates the diversity within each faith and their complex relationships with society and politics. Essential for students of Indian religious history and scholars of South Asian studies, this book provides a nuanced understanding of the forces shaping India’s multifaceted spiritual landscape. Discover the intricate interplay of faiths that defines contemporary India.
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Religious Jurisprudence in the Dharma s Astra
0Original price was: ₹8,099.00.₹6,479.20Current price is: ₹6,479.20.Explore the profound depths of Religious Jurisprudence in the Dharma s Astra with this insightful volume. Published by Macmillan Library Reference, this book offers a comprehensive examination of ancient Indian legal and ethical traditions. Delve into the intricate principles and foundational texts that shaped religious law and societal norms for centuries. Ideal for scholars, students, and anyone interested in the evolution of jurisprudence and spiritual governance, this work provides a clear and accessible overview of a critical aspect of Hindu philosophy and practice. Uncover the wisdom of the Dharma s Astra and its enduring relevance in understanding historical and contemporary religious discourse. A must-have for your collection at The Bookish Owl.
