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Exploring Agency in the Mahabharata - Ethical and Political Dimensions of Dharma (Paperback): Sibesh Chandra Bhattacharya,... Exploring Agency in the Mahabharata - Ethical and Political Dimensions of Dharma (Paperback)
Sibesh Chandra Bhattacharya, Vrinda Dalmiya, Gangeya Mukherji
R1,243 Discovery Miles 12 430 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

The Mahabharata, one of the major epics of India, is a sourcebook complete by itself as well as an open text constantly under construction. This volume looks at transactions between its modern discourses and ancient vocabulary. Located amid conversations between these two conceptual worlds, the volume grapples with the epic's problematisation of dharma or righteousness, and consequently, of the ideal person and the good life through a cluster of issues surrounding the concept of agency and action. Drawing on several interdisciplinary approaches, the essays reflect on a range of issues in the Mahabharata, including those of duty, motivation, freedom, selfhood, choice, autonomy, and justice, both in the context of philosophical debates and their ethical and political ramifications for contemporary times. This book will be of interest to scholars and researchers engaged with philosophy, literature, religion, history, politics, culture, gender, South Asian studies, and Indology. It will also appeal to the general reader interested in South Asian epics and the Mahabharata.

The Spiritual Heritage of India (Paperback): Swami Prabhavananda The Spiritual Heritage of India (Paperback)
Swami Prabhavananda
R1,082 Discovery Miles 10 820 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

This book, first published in 1962, is an analysis of the history of the philosophy of a country that has never distinguished philosophy from religion. Indian philosophy is not merely metaphysical speculation, but has its foundation in immediate perception. This insistence upon immediate perception rather than abstract reasoning is what distinguishes the Indian philosophy of religion from philosophy as Western nations know it.

Religion in Practice (Paperback): Swami Prabhavananda Religion in Practice (Paperback)
Swami Prabhavananda; Introduction by Christopher Isherwood
R977 Discovery Miles 9 770 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

This book, first published in 1968, is a collection of twenty-five lectures by Swami Prabhavananda, the outstanding scholar and translator of Hindu scriptures. They present a direct and pragmatic approach to spiritual life, and a clear guide to Hinduism.

Man in Search of Immortality - Testimonials from the Hindu Scriptures (Paperback): Swami Nikhilananda Man in Search of Immortality - Testimonials from the Hindu Scriptures (Paperback)
Swami Nikhilananda
R955 Discovery Miles 9 550 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

This book, first published in 1968, comprises five articles on the immortality of the soul. According to Hindu tradition this immortality cannot be proved by the scientific method of reasoning - it is based upon scriptural evidence and on the direct experience of enlightened souls. These articles examine the Hindu tradition and provide reasoned support to the scriptures and experiences.

The Loves of Krishna - In Indian Painting and Poetry (Paperback): W. G Archer The Loves of Krishna - In Indian Painting and Poetry (Paperback)
W. G Archer
R970 Discovery Miles 9 700 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

This book, first published in 1957, was the first in English to provide a full and clear introduction to one of the most significant of Indian gods, and stresses his supreme role in Indian religion and art. The book relates the full Krishna story, explaining his role in Indian religion, and traces the history of Krishna in Indian painting. There are 39 plates of Indian pictures, each accompanied by a commentary by the author, revealing a wealth of subtle and poetic detail.

The Illustrated Dictionary of Hindu Iconography (Paperback): Margaret Stutley The Illustrated Dictionary of Hindu Iconography (Paperback)
Margaret Stutley
R970 Discovery Miles 9 700 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Indian art, increasingly popular in the west, cannot be fully appreciated without some knowledge of the religious and philosophical background. This book, first published in 1985, covers all aspects of Hindu iconography, and explains that its roots lie far back in the style of prehistoric art. The dictionary demonstrates the rich profusion of cults, divinities, symbols, sects and philosophical views encompassed by the Hindu religious tradition.

The Beast That Crouches at the Door (Hardcover): David Fohrman The Beast That Crouches at the Door (Hardcover)
David Fohrman
R516 Discovery Miles 5 160 Ships in 12 - 17 working days
The Bhagavad-gita - A Critical Introduction (Paperback): Ithamar Theodor The Bhagavad-gita - A Critical Introduction (Paperback)
Ithamar Theodor
R1,268 Discovery Miles 12 680 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

This volume is a systematic and comprehensive introduction to one of the most read texts in South Asia, the Bhagavad-gita. The Bhagavad-gita is at its core a religious text, a philosophical treatise and a literary work, which has occupied an authoritative position within Hinduism for the past millennium. This book brings together themes central to the study of the Gita, as it is popularly known - such as the Bhagavad-gita's structure, the history of its exegesis, its acceptance by different traditions within Hinduism and its national and global relevance. It highlights the richness of the Gita's interpretations, examines its great interpretive flexibility and at the same time offers a conceptual structure based on a traditional commentarial tradition. With contributions from major scholars across the world, this book will be indispensable for scholars and researchers of religious studies, especially Hinduism, Indian philosophy, Asian philosophy, Indian history, literature and South Asian studies.

Koren Talmud Bavli, Noe Edition, Vol 35 - Menahot Part 1, Hebrew/English, Daf Yomi B&w (Hardcover): Adin Steinsaltz Koren Talmud Bavli, Noe Edition, Vol 35 - Menahot Part 1, Hebrew/English, Daf Yomi B&w (Hardcover)
Adin Steinsaltz
R976 R859 Discovery Miles 8 590 Save R117 (12%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days
Koren Talmud Bavli Noe Edition - Volume 34: Zevahim Part 2, Hebrew/English, B&w Edition (Hardcover): Adin Steinsaltz Koren Talmud Bavli Noe Edition - Volume 34: Zevahim Part 2, Hebrew/English, B&w Edition (Hardcover)
Adin Steinsaltz
R979 R862 Discovery Miles 8 620 Save R117 (12%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days
The Bhagavad-gita - A Critical Introduction (Hardcover): Ithamar Theodor The Bhagavad-gita - A Critical Introduction (Hardcover)
Ithamar Theodor
R3,902 Discovery Miles 39 020 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

This volume is a systematic and comprehensive introduction to one of the most read texts in South Asia, the Bhagavad-gita. The Bhagavad-gita is at its core a religious text, a philosophical treatise and a literary work, which has occupied an authoritative position within Hinduism for the past millennium. This book brings together themes central to the study of the Gita, as it is popularly known - such as the Bhagavad-gita's structure, the history of its exegesis, its acceptance by different traditions within Hinduism and its national and global relevance. It highlights the richness of the Gita's interpretations, examines its great interpretive flexibility and at the same time offers a conceptual structure based on a traditional commentarial tradition. With contributions from major scholars across the world, this book will be indispensable for scholars and researchers of religious studies, especially Hinduism, Indian philosophy, Asian philosophy, Indian history, literature and South Asian studies.

Hellenism and the Primary History - The Imprint of Greek Sources in Genesis - 2 Kings (Hardcover): Robert Karl Gnuse Hellenism and the Primary History - The Imprint of Greek Sources in Genesis - 2 Kings (Hardcover)
Robert Karl Gnuse
R3,939 Discovery Miles 39 390 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

This collection of essays seeks to demonstrate that many biblical authors deliberately used Classical and Hellenistic Greek texts for inspiration when crafting many of the narratives in the Primary History. Through detailed analysis of the text, Gnuse contends that there are numerous examples of clear influence from late classical and Hellenistic literature. Deconstructing the biblical and Greek works in parallel, he argues that there are too many similarities in basic theme, meaning, and detail, for them to be accounted for by coincidence or shared ancient tropes. Using this evidence, he suggests that although much of the text may originate from the Persian period, large parts of its final form likely date from the Hellenistic era. With the help of an original introduction and final chapter, Gnuse pulls his essays together into a coherent collection for the first time. The resultant volume offers a valuable resource for anyone working on the dating of the Hebrew Bible, as well as those working on Hellenism in the ancient Levant more broadly.

In Dialogue with the Mahabharata (Hardcover): Brian Black In Dialogue with the Mahabharata (Hardcover)
Brian Black
R4,348 Discovery Miles 43 480 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

The Mahabharata has been explored extensively as a work of mythology, epic poetry, and religious literature, but the text's philosophical dimensions have largely been under-appreciated by Western scholars. This book explores the philosophical implications of the Mahabharata by paying attention to the centrality of dialogue, both as the text's prevailing literary expression and its organising structure. Focusing on five sets of dialogues about controversial moral problems in the central story, this book shows that philosophical deliberation is an integral part of the narrative. Black argues that by paying attention to how characters make arguments and how dialogues unfold, we can better appreciate the Mahabharata's philosophical significance and its potential contribution to debates in comparative philosophy today. This is a fresh perspective on the Mahabharata that will be of great interest to any scholar working in religious studies, Indian/South Asian religions, comparative philosophy, and world literature.

Scripture and Violence (Hardcover): Julia Snyder, Daniel H. Weiss Scripture and Violence (Hardcover)
Julia Snyder, Daniel H. Weiss
R3,900 Discovery Miles 39 000 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

In the public sphere, it is often assumed that acts of violence carried out by Muslims are inspired by their religious commitment and encouraged by the Qur'an. Some people express similar concerns about the scriptures and actions of Christians and Jews. Might they be right? What role do scriptural texts play in motivating and justifying violence in these three traditions? Scripture and Violence explores the complex relationship between scriptural texts and real-world acts of violence. A variety of issues are addressed, including the prevalent modern tendency to express more concern about other people's texts and violence than one's own, to treat interpretation and application of scriptural passages as self-evident, and to assume that the actions of religious people are directly motivated by what they read in scriptures. Contributions come from a diverse group of scholars of Islam, Judaism, and Christianity with varying perspectives on the issues. Highlighting the complex relationship between texts and human actions, this is an essential read for students and academics studying religion and violence, Abrahamic religions, or scriptural interpretation. Scripture and Violence will also be of interest to researchers working on religion and politics, sociology and anthropology of religion, socio-political approaches to scriptural texts, and issues surrounding religion, secularity, and the public sphere. This volume could also form a basis for discussions in churches, synagogues, mosques, interfaith settings, and government agencies. The editors of Scripture and Violence have also set up a website including lesson plans/discussion guides for the different chapters in the book, available here: https://www.scriptureandviolence.org/scripture-and-violence-book-and-chapter-discussion-guides

Job's Body and the Dramatised Comedy of Moralising (Hardcover): Katherine E. Southwood Job's Body and the Dramatised Comedy of Moralising (Hardcover)
Katherine E. Southwood
R3,907 Discovery Miles 39 070 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

This book focuses on the expressions used to describe Job's body in pain and on the reactions of his friends to explore the moral and social world reflected in the language and the values that their speeches betray. A key contribution of this monograph is to highlight how the perspective of illness as retribution is powerfully refuted in Job's speeches and, in particular, to show how this is achieved through comedy. Comedy in Job is a powerful weapon used to expose and ridicule the idea of retribution. Rejecting the approach of retrospective diagnosis, this monograph carefully analyses the expression of pain in Job focusing specifically on somatic language used in the deity attack metaphors, in the deity surveillance metaphors and in the language connected to the body and social status. These metaphors are analysed in a comparative way using research from medical anthropology and sociology which focuses on illness narratives and expressions of pain. Job's Body and the Dramatised Comedy of Moralising will be of interest to anyone working on the Book of Job, as well as those with an interest in suffering and pain in the Hebrew Bible more broadly.

Reading Maimonides' Mishneh Torah (Paperback): David Gillis Reading Maimonides' Mishneh Torah (Paperback)
David Gillis
R848 Discovery Miles 8 480 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

In this highly original study, David Gillis demonstrates that the Mishneh torah, Maimonides' code of Jewish law, has the structure of a microcosm. Through this symbolic form, Maimonides presents the law as designed to perfect the individual and society by shaping them in the image of the divinely created cosmic order. The commandments of the law thereby bring human beings closer to fulfilling their ultimate purpose, knowledge of God. This symbolism turns the Mishneh torah into an object of contemplation that itself communicates such knowledge. In short, it is a work of art. Gillis unpacks the metaphysical and cosmological underpinnings of Maimonides' scheme of organization with consummate skill, allowing the reader to understand the Mishneh torah's artistic dimension and to appreciate its power. Moreover, as he makes clear, uncovering this dimension casts new light on one of the great cruxes of Maimonides studies: the relationship of the Mishneh torah to his philosophical treatise The Guide of the Perplexed. A fundamental unity is revealed between Maimonides the codifier and Maimonides the philosopher that has not been fully appreciated hitherto. Maimonides' artistry in composition is repeatedly shown to serve his aims in persuading us of the coherence and wisdom of the halakhic system. Gillis's fine exegesis sets in high relief the humane and transcendental purposes and methods of halakhah as Maimonides conceived of it, in an argument that is sure-footed and convincing.

Koren Talmud Bavli Noe Edition - Volume 33: Zevahim Part 1, Hebrew/English, B&w Edition (Hardcover): Adin Steinsaltz Koren Talmud Bavli Noe Edition - Volume 33: Zevahim Part 1, Hebrew/English, B&w Edition (Hardcover)
Adin Steinsaltz
R987 R869 Discovery Miles 8 690 Save R118 (12%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days
The Tibetan Book Of Living And Dying (Paperback, Rev and Updated ed.): Sogyal Rinpoche The Tibetan Book Of Living And Dying (Paperback, Rev and Updated ed.)
Sogyal Rinpoche; Foreword by His Holiness the Dalai Lama 1
R601 R465 Discovery Miles 4 650 Save R136 (23%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

This acclaimed spiritual masterpiece is widely regarded as one of the most complete and authoritative presentations of the Tibetan Buddhist teachings ever written. A manual for life and death and a magnificent source of sacred inspiration from the heart of the Tibetan tradition, The Tibetan Book Of Living and Dying provides a lucid and inspiring introduction to the practice of meditation, to the nature of mind, to karma and rebirth, to compassionate love and care for the dying, and to the trials and rewards of the spiritual path.

Koren Mikraot Hadorot, V13 - Shemot (Hardcover): Koren Publishers Koren Mikraot Hadorot, V13 - Shemot (Hardcover)
Koren Publishers
R425 Discovery Miles 4 250 Ships in 12 - 17 working days
Books of Enoch - Complete Edition, the (Hardcover): Paul C Schnieders Books of Enoch - Complete Edition, the (Hardcover)
Paul C Schnieders
R696 Discovery Miles 6 960 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Koren Talmud Bavli Noe Edition - Volume 32: Avoda Zara Horayot, Hebrew/English, B & W Editon (Hardcover): Adin Steinsaltz Koren Talmud Bavli Noe Edition - Volume 32: Avoda Zara Horayot, Hebrew/English, B & W Editon (Hardcover)
Adin Steinsaltz
R1,015 R898 Discovery Miles 8 980 Save R117 (12%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days
Koren Talmud Bavli, Berkahot Volume 1c, Daf 35a-51b, Noe Color Pb, H/E (Paperback): Adin Steinsaltz Koren Talmud Bavli, Berkahot Volume 1c, Daf 35a-51b, Noe Color Pb, H/E (Paperback)
Adin Steinsaltz
R226 Discovery Miles 2 260 Ships in 12 - 17 working days
Koren Talmud Bavli, Berkahot Volume 1b, Daf 17b-34b, Noe Color Pb, H/E (Paperback): Jonathan Sacks Koren Talmud Bavli, Berkahot Volume 1b, Daf 17b-34b, Noe Color Pb, H/E (Paperback)
Jonathan Sacks
R230 Discovery Miles 2 300 Ships in 12 - 17 working days
Koren Talmud Bavli Noe Edition - Volume 31: Makkot Shevuot, Hebrew/English, B&w Edition (Hardcover): Adin Steinsaltz Koren Talmud Bavli Noe Edition - Volume 31: Makkot Shevuot, Hebrew/English, B&w Edition (Hardcover)
Adin Steinsaltz
R1,004 R887 Discovery Miles 8 870 Save R117 (12%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days
Koren Talmud Bavli, Berkahot Volume 1d, Daf 51b-64a, Noe Color Pb, H/E (Paperback): Adin Steinsaltz Koren Talmud Bavli, Berkahot Volume 1d, Daf 51b-64a, Noe Color Pb, H/E (Paperback)
Adin Steinsaltz
R222 Discovery Miles 2 220 Ships in 12 - 17 working days
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