Quote:You're no idiot, of course. You know Hinduism is a religion practiced worldwide, with philosophies that can offer enlightenment even to nonbelievers. However, its belief system is neither as simple nor as complex as many people think.
The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Hinduism will show you exactly how this religion is practiced and its relationship to Hindu culture. In this Complete Idiot's Guide®, you get:
The principles behind basic Hindu beliefs, including karma, reincarnation, nonviolence, vegetarianism, and multiple manifestations of God.
The stories of such Hindu gods and goddesses as Brahma, Vishnu, Shiva, Sarasvati, and Kali.
Paths to enlightenment including karma yoga, bhakti yoga, jnana yoga, raja yoga, and tantra yoga.
The Hindu caste system, and the customary importance of women in its society.

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