Understanding Hinduism /by Susan Bradley.
- Minneapolis, Minnesota : Essential Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing, (c)2019.
- 1 online resource.
- Understanding world religions and beliefs .
Includes bibliographies and index.
Ch. 1. Festival of colors -- chapter 2. Origins of Hinduism -- chapter 3. Evolution and colonialism -- chapter 4. One God, many, or none? -- chapter 5. Key concepts and customs -- chapter 6. Reforming Hinduism -- chapter 7. Personal devotion -- chapter 8. Festivals and holidays -- chapter 9. Challenges -- chapter 10. Hinduism present and future.
This book covers the history of Hindus and how the religion has evolved and expanded. Readers learn about spiritual leaders, how Hindus perceive the world, and how Hindus live in the modern world. It also discusses the complex interactions between Hinduism and Indian politics. Features include a glossary, references, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.