Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, "Hinduism" to "Home, Earls of" by Various
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"Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, 'Hinduism' to 'Home, Earls of'" by Various is a comprehensive reference work written in the early 20th century. This volume presents a multitude of articles covering a wide range of topics, with a focus on Hinduism, its historical development, social institutions, and religious beliefs. The text serves as an insightful resource for those looking to understand both the complexities of Hindu culture and the interconnectedness of its various
elements. The opening portion of the text introduces Hinduism, elaborating on its definition, origins, and the demographic makeup of Hindus in India. It explains the term "Hindu" as being derived from Persian roots and discusses the majority of the Indian population that identifies with this belief system. The text delves into the connection between Hinduism and Brahmanism, outlining key concepts such as the caste system, the transcendental nature of Brahma, and the influences on the development of sectarian practices and gods like Vishnu and Siva. The narrative highlights the complexities of Hindu social organization and spiritual beliefs, setting the stage for the detailed exploration of these themes in subsequent sections. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Various |
|---|---|
| Title |
Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, "Hinduism" to "Home, Earls of" Volume 13, Slice 5 |
| Credits |
Produced by Marius Masi, Don Kretz and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 56.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | AE: General Works: Encyclopedias |
| Subject | Encyclopedias and dictionaries |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 39232 |
| Release Date | Mar 23, 2012 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 2298 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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