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History of Vegetarianism and Cow-Veneration in India

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ISBN-10: 0415533600

ISBN-13: 9780415533607

Edition: 2010

Authors: Ludwig Alsdorf

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For the first time, this influential study by Ludwig Alsdorf is made available to an English speaking audience, translated by Bal Patil. It focuses on two of the most pertinent issues in Indian religion, the history of vegetarianism and cow-veneration, and its historical approach remains relevant to this day.With reference to significant brahminical texts, such as key chapters of the Book of Manu, the book centres on the author’s analysis of the role of Jinism in the history of vegetarianism. The author explores the history of meat-eating in India and its relationship to religious thought and custom, and searches for solutions to the problem of cattle veneration. Besides a comprehensive…    
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Book details

Copyright year: 2010
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Group
Publication date: 2/6/2012
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 184
Size: 5.50" wide x 8.50" long x 0.50" tall
Weight: 0.594
Language: English

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