The Religious Quest Of India - Nicol MacNicol - Bog

""The Religious Quest of India"" is a comprehensive study of the evolution of Indian theism from the Vedic period to the Muhammadan era. Written by Nicol Macnicol, the book explores the various religious and philosophical movements that have shaped Indian culture and society over the centuries. The author delves into the Vedas, Upanishads, and other sacred texts to examine the origins of Hinduism and its many gods and goddesses. He also explores the rise of Buddhism, Jainism, and other non-theistic religions that challenged the dominance of Hinduism. Macnicol then turns his attention to the Islamic conquest of India and the impact it had on Indian theism. He examines the syncretic traditions that emerged during this period, including Sufism and the Bhakti movement, which blended Islamic and Hindu beliefs. Finally, he explores the impact of British colonialism on Indian theism and the rise of Hindu nationalism in the modern era.Overall, ""The Religious Quest of India"" is a fascinating exploration of the religious and philosophical traditions that have shaped Indian culture and society. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of religion in India and its impact on the world today.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.