{"product_id":"hinduism-for-dummies-9781394315932","title":"Hinduism for Dummies","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDiscover one of the world's most popular belief systems\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHinduism is a fascinating and widespread religion with a diverse array of traditions, practices, scriptures, and deities. In \u003ci\u003eHinduism For Dummies, 2nd Edition, \u003c\/i\u003e you'll get a clear view into this widely-practiced and ancient creed. The book contains an easy-to-follow introduction to Hinduism, including its four different sects--Vaishnavism, Shaivism, Shaktism, and Smartism--it's major rituals, and its most sacred teachings. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou'll understand how to recognize the different major gods and goddesses in the Hindu pantheon and the differences that give each of the four sects their distinct culture and theology. You'll also explore the history of what some consider to be the world's oldest religion that's still widely practiced today. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eInside, you'll: \u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eUnderstand core beliefs and values\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDiscover Hindu wisdom and teachings (including life-cycle rites)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDiscover how to worship inside and outside of your home\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eKnow the Hindu concept of reality\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eAn interesting and unbiased read, \u003ci\u003eHinduism For Dummies, 2nd Edition\u003c\/i\u003e is the go-to guide for everyone who wants to learn more about Hinduism and its most fundamental tenets.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAmrutur V. Srinivasan, Ph.D., \u003c\/b\u003e also known as Sheenu, has been active in the Hindu Community since 1971 and is the founder of the Connecticut Valley Hindu Temple Society. Dr. Srinivasan teaches the Bhagavad Gita, the Mahabharata, and Sanskrit. His book \u003ci\u003eThe Vedic Wedding: Origins, Tradition and Practice\u003c\/i\u003e won the 2007 USA Book News Best Book Award in the category of Eastern Religions.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"For Dummies","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51186573181202,"sku":"9781394315932","price":17.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_4db7ac97-3a2d-4d1b-9343-81aa2b0f68ed.jpg?v=1744627140","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/hinduism-for-dummies-9781394315932","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}