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The Jains (Library of Religious Beliefs and Practices)
The Jains - Library of Religious Beliefs and Practices Author:Paul Dundas The Indian religion of Jainism, whose central tenet involves non-violence to all creatures, is one of the world's oldest and least-understood faiths. Dundas looks at Jainism in its social and doctrinal context, its history, sects, scriptures and ritual, and describes how the Jains have, over two and a half thousand years, defined themselves as ... more »a unique religious community. This revised and expanded edition takes account of new research into Jainism.« less