The Religions of India

<p>Explore the rich tapestry of Indian religions with Edward Washburn Hopkins' The Religions of India. This meticulously prepared edition the first volume in the Handbooks On The History Of Religions series offers a comprehensive overview of the religious landscape of India. Delve into the historical development of Hinduism tracing its roots in Vedic religion and its interactions with other significant faiths.<br><br>Hopkins provides valuable insights into the origins and evolution of Buddhism and Jainism examining their distinct philosophies and practices within the broader context of Indian religious thought. This historical study presents a clear and insightful exploration of India's diverse spiritual traditions offering a foundational understanding of these enduring faiths. The Religions of India remains a vital resource for anyone seeking to understand the historical context of religion in India.<br></p><p>This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.</p><p>This work is in the public domain in the United States of America and possibly other nations. Within the United States you may freely copy and distribute this work as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.</p><p>Scholars believe and we concur that this work is important enough to be preserved reproduced and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.</p>