Understanding Jainism

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This book serves as an introduction to Jainism, exploring its religious traditions and way of life. It begins with the story of Lord Mahavira, a central figure in Jainism, and highlights his life as a model for Jain beliefs and practices. The book covers Jain teachings across different contexts, from formal doctrines to their application in the daily lives of lay Jains and monastics. It also delves into Jainism’s intricate systems of biological and cosmographic knowledge, illustrating how these express core Jain values.

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Description

The author, Lawrence A. Babb, reflects on the relationship between Jain and Hindu identities and places Jainism within the broader context of ancient Indic religions, alongside Hinduism and Buddhism. By examining Jainism’s history, doctrinal foundations, and its manifestation in modern Indian society, this book provides a comprehensive overview of the Jain tradition. Babb, a Professor Emeritus of Anthropology and Asian Studies at Amherst College, is a respected scholar with several prestigious publications in South Asian Studies.

Additional information

Weight 0.6 kg
Dimensions 23 × 15 × 2 cm
Age

5+

Language

English

Pages

182

ISBN

9788188769988

Author

Lawrence A. Babb

Publisher

Hindi Granth Karyalay

Binding

Hardbound

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