Studying Hinduism : The Critical Issues

This new volume in the "Studying World Religions" series is an essential guide to the study of the Hindu faith.

Clearly structured to cover all the major areas of study, including historical foundations, scripture, society, thought, ethics, rituals, spirituality and aesthetics, this is the ideal study aid for those approaching Hinduism for the first time.

Rather than attempting to cover all the material, the critical and methodological issues that students need to grasp in the study of Hinduism - and religion in general - are drawn out, and the major contemporary debates explored.

With helpful suggestions for further study, pointing students towards material such as primary sources (scriptures), films and novels and including ideas for teaching, discussion topics and exercises, "Studying Hinduism" is the perfect companion for the fledgling student of religion.

A series of introductory guides, books in the "Studying World Religions" series are designed as study aids for those approaching the world's religions for the first time.