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Series
Publisher
Oxford University Press
Pub. Date
2010
Description
With almost 2800 entries on all aspects of Hinduism, this is an up-to-date and comprehensive dictionary covering all the major Hindu practices, texts, beliefs, religious sites, and teachers over a period spanning 3500 years. An invaluable first port of call for anyone seeking information about Indian religions and culture.
4) Diwali
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Publisher
Raintree Pub
Pub. Date
2018
Description
An introduction to the traditional customs of Diwali.
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Series
Publisher
Atlantic Europe
Pub. Date
2005
Description
'Hindu Faith and Practice' is sensitively written, simple and accessible. Covering all the main aspects of the Hindu faith, this text will provide children with a greater understanding and awareness of the religious and cultural mix that is an important part of our society today.
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Publisher
Hodder Wayland
Pub. Date
2005
Description
Aimed at readers aged 11-14, this is one of a series of titles looking at the major world religions. Each title examines the origins, teachings, scriptures and history of a particular tradition, as well as its influence on family life and the ways in which it is practised in the world today.
10) Diwali
Publisher
Ladybird
Pub. Date
2022
Description
Provides an introduction to the festival of Diwali.
11) Hinduism
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Series
Publisher
Ticktock
Pub. Date
2006
Description
Find out all about the faith of Hinduism through the eyes of Babu, a young Hindu from Nepal. In her own words, Babu talks about her beliefs, her family, her everyday life, the rituals and traditions that are important to her, and about the festivals and special days that are celebrated by Hindus around the world.
13) Divali
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Series
Publisher
Laburnum Press
Pub. Date
[2013]
Description
This series is for young children who are ready to find out more about the world around them. It is designed to support and extend the Early Years curriculum.
14) Death of a guru
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Series
Publisher
Hodder & Stoughton
Pub. Date
2004
Description
At a time when Eastern mysticism and religion fascinate many in the West, Maharaj offers fresh important insights from the perspective of his own experience.
16) Hindu stories
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Series
Publisher
Evans
Pub. Date
2007
Description
'Storyteller' is a series of illustrated books that features stories from the world's major religions accompanied by fact boxes that provide background and supplementary information on each religion under consideration. 'Hindu Stories' focuses on stories about the Hindu gods and goddesses.
17) A friend indeed
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Series
Publisher
Walker Books
Pub. Date
2022
Description
Sona Sharma, who lives in India, learns all about school elections, the ups and downs of best friends, and how to choose what matters most in life. When Miss Rao announces that there's going to be an election for Class Leader, Sona is excited to stand as a candidate - until she finds herself competing against her best friends, Joy and Renu. When the three girls fall out, Sona must decide what matters most - winning the election or proving herself...
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Godsfield Press
Pub. Date
2023
Description
This text broadly explores and details the ancient Indian form of karmic astrology, which looks at the effect of past lives on the present. It aims to give readers the practical skills needed to see their own present-day path according to these teachings.