Jasper Mistry

Hinduism: A Comprehensive Overview of the World's Oldest Religion Jasper Mistry

Hinduism, often hailed as the oldest religion in the world, is widely practiced in the Indian subcontinent. Philosophies in Hinduism are linked using recognizable rituals, shared textual resources, cosmology and pilgrimage to sacred sites, among many others. Texts in Hinduism are classified into two categories, namely Åšruti meaning heard and Smá¹›ti meaning remembered. Vedas, Upanishads, Bhagavad Gita and Agamas are the major scriptures included in Hinduism. This book is compiled in such a manner, that it will provide in-depth knowledge about the practice of Hinduism. It aims to shed light on some of the unexplored aspects of this religion. Those with an interest in Hinduism would find this book helpful.