BookFronter
Hinduism for Dummies by Amrutur V. Srinivasan

Hinduism for Dummies

Amrutur V. Srinivasan, A.V. Srinivasan

Wiley · Paperback · February 11, 2025

Discover one of the world's most popular belief systems Hinduism is a fascinating and widespread religion with a diverse array of traditions, practices, scriptures, and deities.

Hinduism - GeneralHindu Rituals & PracticeHindu Historyreligion
Buy on Amazon

We earn from qualifying purchases.

Who it’s for
A straightforward entry point for learning the basics without getting lost in the jargon.
Genres
Hinduism - General, Hindu Rituals & Practice, Hindu History
Published
Wiley, February 11, 2025

Nearest books

Matched by what the books are about, then ordered by what their readers also loved.

  1. The Qur'anJane McAuliffe46% match
  2. Hindu MythsAnonymous, Wendy Doniger57% matchShares Hinduism - General
  3. An Introduction to BuddhismRoger Allam, His Holiness the Dalai Lama46% match
  4. Japanese CultureRoger J. Davies45% match
  5. Bipolar Disorder for DummiesCandida Fink, Joseph Kraynak45% match
  6. Buddhism for DummiesJonathan Landaw, Stephan Bodian69% match
  7. Catholicism for DummiesRev. John Trigilio, Jr., Rev. Kenneth Brighenti64% match
  8. The Bhagavad GitaJack Hawley, New World Library54% match

For younger readers: No God But God: the Origins and Evolution of Islam, Seasons of Splendour, Buddhism

Start with three books, and this one can be the first.

Members get a new edition every morning: a route out from their books to essays, research and talks, with the reason for each.

Start with this book

About this book

Discover one of the world's most popular belief systems Hinduism is a fascinating and widespread religion with a diverse array of traditions, practices, scriptures, and deities. In Hinduism For Dummies, 2nd Edition, you'll get a clear view into this widely-practiced and ancient creed. The book contains an easy-to-follow introduction to Hinduism, including its four different sects—Vaishnavism, Shaivism, Shaktism, and Smartism—it's major rituals, and its most sacred teachings.

Continue reading

You'll understand how to recognize the different major gods and goddesses in the Hindu pantheon and the differences that give each of the four sects their distinct culture and theology. You'll also explore the history of what some consider to be the world's oldest religion that's still widely practiced today. Inside, you'll: - Understand core beliefs and values - Discover Hindu wisdom and teachings (including life-cycle rites) - Discover how to worship inside and outside of your home - Know the Hindu concept of reality An interesting and unbiased read, Hinduism For Dummies, 2nd Edition is the go-to guide for everyone who wants to learn more about Hinduism and its most fundamental tenets.

Plainspoken Start

A straightforward entry point for learning the basics without getting lost in the jargon.

Come here for

  • clear beginner-friendly orientation
  • practical footing for daily practice

Expect

  • accessible explanations
  • study-friendly structure

Where it sits

Hinduism - General99%
Hindu History41%
Hindu Rituals & Practice30%

Percentages are BookFrontier’s reading of the book.

Publisher categories

  • Hindu Thought
  • Hindu Rituals & Practice
  • Hindu Theology
Authors
Amrutur V. Srinivasan, A.V. Srinivasan
Publisher
Wiley
Published
February 11, 2025
Format
Paperback
Reading lane
Hindu Thought