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David R. Kinsley
ISBN 9788120803947
Rs. 792
Motilal Banarsidass
Hindu Goddesses
Who it's for: Students and scholars of Hindu goddesses and Hinduism
In this book, David Kinsley sorts out the rich yet often chaotic history of Hindu goddess worship in a study that surveys the most important goddesses in the Hindu religious tradition. The author not only describes the main appearances and roles of the goddesses he has selected but also interprets the significance of each goddess within Hinduism and shows how she has come to exemplify important truths within the Hindu tradition. Each goddess is dealt with as an independent deity with a coherent mythology, theology, and in some cases, cult of her own. The book also includes an excellent bibliography. This is a valuable sourcebook and reference work for students and scholars of Hindu goddesses and of Hinduism in general.
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- Surveys the most important goddesses in the Hindu tradition
- Interprets each goddess's significance and role
- Treats each goddess as an independent deity with coherent mythology
- Includes an excellent bibliography for further study
- Serves as a sourcebook and reference for students and scholars
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Which goddesses are covered in this book?
The book surveys the most important goddesses in the Hindu religious tradition, but the specific list is not provided in the available information.
Does the book include a bibliography?
Yes, the book includes an excellent bibliography, making it a valuable reference work.
Is this book suitable for beginners?
It is described as a sourcebook and reference for students and scholars, suggesting it is more suited to an academic audience.
What is the author's approach to the goddesses?
The author describes each goddess's appearances and roles, interprets her significance, and shows how she exemplifies important truths within Hinduism, treating each as an independent deity.