Outlines of Jainism
Author(s): JAINI, JAGMANDE
First published in 1940, as the second edition of a 1916 original, this book was written to provide an accessible English introduction to Jainism, incorporating discussion of its underlying philosophy and terminology. Written by a member of the Jain community, the text gives an insider's perspective on the religion, allowing for an intimate treatment of its various aspects, whilst also maintaining a non-doctrinaire approach. The author wrote the book in collaboration with the Jain Literature Society, who took responsibility for additional editorial work. A bibliography is also included. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in perspectives on Jainism and Indian religion.
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- : Cambridge University Press
- : Cambridge University Press
- : 0.22
- : 20 June 2013
- : 1.2 Centimeters X 12.7 Centimeters X 20.3 Centimeters
- : books
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- : JAINI, JAGMANDE
- : Paperback
- : English
- : 200