The Religious Quest Of India: Indian Theism From The Vedic To The Muhammadan Period

By Nicol Macnicol

Book Overview

The Religious Quest of India: Indian Theism from the Vedic to the Muhammadan Period is a comprehensive exploration of the evolution of Indian theism from its earliest roots in the Vedas to its later development during the Muhammadan period. Written by Nicol Macnicol, the book delves into the religious beliefs and practices of the Indian people, tracing the development of their spiritual traditions over the course of several millennia.The book begins with an overview of the early Vedic period, exploring the religious beliefs and practices of the ancient Indian people. It then moves on to examine the development of Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism, exploring the key figures and teachings of each tradition. The book also explores the impact of Islam on Indian theism, tracing the development of Sufism and the role it played in shaping Indian spirituality.Throughout the book, Macnicol provides a detailed analysis of the key themes and ideas that have shaped Indian theism over the centuries. He explores the concept of dharma, the role of karma in shaping one's destiny, and the importance of devotion in Indian spiritual practice. He also examines the role of the guru, the importance of pilgrimage, and the significance of sacred texts such as the Bhagavad Gita and the Quran.Overall, The Religious Quest of India is an insightful and thought-provoking exploration of Indian theism that will be of interest to anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the spiritual traditions of India.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 143044827X
• ISBN13: 9781430448273
• Release Date: January 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 308 Pages
• Weight: 1.00 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"