Synopses & Reviews
The spiritual heritage of India is a powerful magnet for the Western lifestyle. This richly illustrated full color book describes the main themes in the Hindu, Buddhist, Jain, and other spiritual traditions, and explores their point of contact with the West -- including yoga, karma, and Maya (the veil of illusion). Includes 250 color illustrations that present a unique pictorial record of India and its spiritual practices as represented in art and artifacts. Also includes a reference guide to meditation, a gazetteer of sacred pilgrimages, and a full glossary of specialist terms, with profiles of gods and goddesses.
Synopsis
This richly illustrated full color book describes the main themes in the Hindu, Buddhist, Jain, and other spiritual traditions, and explores their point of contact with the West.