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reference type	Book Section
title	Indian Baha'i Tradition
book title	Religions of South Asia an introduction
author	Garlington, William
authority control	William Garlington
editor	Mittal, Sushil and Thursby, Gene R
year	2006
publisher	Routledge
place published	London : New York
ISBN	0415223903 (hbk. : alk. paper). 0415223911 (pbk. : alk. paper). 0203087763 (e-book). 9780415223904 (hardback : alk. paper). 9780415223911 (pbk. : alk. paper). 9780203087763 (e-book)
abstract	South Asia is home to many of the world's most vibrant religious faiths. It is also one of the most dynamic and historically rich regions on earth, where changing political and social structures have caused religions to interact and hybridise in unique ways. This textbook introduces the contemporary religions of South Asia, from the indigenous religions such as the Hindu, Jain, Buddhist and Sikh traditions, to incoming influences such as Christianity, Judaism and Islam. In ten chapters, it surveys the nine leading belief systems of South Asia and explains their history, practices, values and worldviews. A final chapter helps students relate what they have learnt to religious theory, paving the way for future study. Entirely written by leading experts, Religions of South Asia combines solid scholarship with clear and lively writing to provide students with an accessible and comprehensive introduction. All chapters are specially designed to aid cross-religious comparison, following a standard format covering set topics and issues; the book reveals to students the core principles of each faith, compares it to neighbouring traditions, and its particular place in South Asian history and society. It is a perfect resource for all students of South Asia's diverse and fascinating faiths
notes	LC Control Number: 2005025185 Includes bibliographical references (p. 287-298) and index Contents: Hindu Dharma -- Jaina Dharma -- Bauddha Dhamma -- Sikh Dharam -- Indian Zoroastrian tradition -- Indian Judaic tradition -- Indian Christian tradition -- Indian Muslim tradition -- Indian Baha i tradition -- Contested categories and issues in interpretation
language	English
keywords	RELIGION; ASIA, SOUTH
pages	247–259
section	10.

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