Hinduism
H. L. Richard is an independent researcher focused on the Hindu-Christian encounter. He has published numerous books and articles, including studies of key figures like Narayan Vaman Tilak (Following Jesus in the Hindu Context: The Intriguing Implications of N. V. Tilak’s Life and Thought), Kalagara Subba Rao (Exploring the Depths of the Mystery of Christ: K. Subba Rao’s Eclectic Praxis of Hindu Discipleship to Jesus), and R. C. Das (R. C. Das: Evangelical Prophet for Contextual Christianity).
In this small book, Richard takes us on a quick tour of the Hindu scriptures, the basic Hindu philosophies, and includes a comprehensive glossary of Hindu terminology.
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— Herb Hoefer, Missions Chair, Concordia University, Portland OregonThe significance of an evangelist such as H.L. Richard is that he admires those who feel called to serve with the Gospel. He understands the Hindu world, not only in its philosophical traditions but also in its current practical expressions. In this work, H.L. Richard guards us against unfair judgmentalism and ignorant generalizations of this complex society. He provides a “traveler’s guide” before we presume to enter the Hindu world.
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— Dr. N. Jawahar Gnaniah, East West Community Church, Anaheim, CAThis book by H.L. Richard is a wonderful and useful handbook for those who want to be positive witnesses for Hindus. It is simple and profound. It helps us to understand and respect Hindus, and also gives us guidelines for what not to do and what to do with our Hindu neighbors.
Introduction
Chapter 1- Salvation and the Gods of Hinduism
Chapter 2- The Historical Development of Hinduism and the Hindu Scriptures
Four Vedas
Upanishads
Sutras and Sastras
Ramayana
Mahabharata
Bhagavad Gita
Puranas
Tantras
Vernacular Poets
Chapter 3- Hindu Philosophy
Chapter 4- Aspects of Individual and Social Life in Hinduism
Chapter 5- Biblical Witness to Hindus
Recommended Reading
Glossary of Important Hindu Terms
Author
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H. L. Richard
H. L. Richard
H. L. Richard is an independent researcher focused on the Hindu-Christian encounter. He has published numerous books and articles, including studies of key figures like Narayan Vaman Tilak (Following Jesus in the Hindu Context: The Intriguing Implications of N. V. Tilak’s Life and Thought), Kalagara Subba Rao (Exploring the Depths of the Mystery of Christ: K. Subba Rao’s Eclectic Praxis of Hindu Discipleship to Jesus), and R. C. Das (R. C. Das: Evangelical Prophet for Contextual Christianity).
- Pages: 60
- Publisher:
William Carey Publishing
William Carey Publishing
- Binding: Paperback
- Publish Year: 2007
- Vendor: William Carey Library
