Outlines of Jainism
Outlines of Jainism
Jagmanderlal Jaini
F. W. Thomas
F. W. Thomas
June 2013
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First published in 1940, as the second edition of a 1916 original, this book was written to provide an accessible English introduction to Jainism, incorporating discussion of its underlying philosophy and terminology. Written by a member of the Jain community, the text gives an insider's perspective on the religion, allowing for an intimate treatment of its various aspects, whilst also maintaining a non-doctrinaire approach. The author wrote the book in collaboration with the Jain Literature Society, who took responsibility for additional editorial work. A bibliography is also included. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in perspectives on Jainism and Indian religion.
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June 2013Paperback
9781107615670
200 pages
203 × 127 × 12 mm
0.22kg
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Table of Contents
- Preliminary note F. W. Thomas
- Preface
- Bibliographical note
- Introduction and history
- Part I. Outlines:
- 1. Theology
- 2. Metaphysics
- 3. Ethics
- 4. Ritual
- Part II. Texts:
- 1. Theology
- 2. Metaphysics
- Appendix 1. Jain logic
- Appendix 2. Cosmogony, cosmology, astronomy
- Appendix 3. Sixty-three great persons, etc.
- Appendix 4. 143 qualities, etc., of saintly souls
- Appendix 5. The ancient Jaina sacred literature
- Index.
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