Author: Om Books Editorial Team
Publisher: Om Books International
ISBN: 9381607818
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 80
Book Description
The colourful festivals of India are an integral part of the life of its people. They are symbols of the rich cultural heritage of this diverse land. Each unique festival is a celebration of great significance, where India comes alive in its fascinating best. This beautifully illustrated book tells you all about festivals from the diverse regions and religions of India; with detailed descriptions of celebrations and the story behind why each festival is celebrated.
Fastivals Of India : Large Print
Author: Om Books Editorial Team
Publisher: Om Books International
ISBN: 9381607818
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 80
Book Description
The colourful festivals of India are an integral part of the life of its people. They are symbols of the rich cultural heritage of this diverse land. Each unique festival is a celebration of great significance, where India comes alive in its fascinating best. This beautifully illustrated book tells you all about festivals from the diverse regions and religions of India; with detailed descriptions of celebrations and the story behind why each festival is celebrated.
Publisher: Om Books International
ISBN: 9381607818
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 80
Book Description
The colourful festivals of India are an integral part of the life of its people. They are symbols of the rich cultural heritage of this diverse land. Each unique festival is a celebration of great significance, where India comes alive in its fascinating best. This beautifully illustrated book tells you all about festivals from the diverse regions and religions of India; with detailed descriptions of celebrations and the story behind why each festival is celebrated.
The Fire Works and Fire Festivals in Ancient India
Author: Haridas Mitra
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Fireworks
Languages : en
Pages : 56
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Fireworks
Languages : en
Pages : 56
Book Description
Discover India: Festivals of India
Author: Sonia Mehta
Publisher: Puffin
ISBN: 9780143445258
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 64
Book Description
India is a mix of many cultures and people, which means there are literally hundreds of reasons to celebrate! Have you ever wondered what Onam is all about? Why people eat hot cross buns at Easter? Are Pongal, Lohri and Sankranti all the same festival? Why do people fast during Ramzan? Get ready to find the answers to all of these questions and dive into the stories behind these festivals and many others.
Publisher: Puffin
ISBN: 9780143445258
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 64
Book Description
India is a mix of many cultures and people, which means there are literally hundreds of reasons to celebrate! Have you ever wondered what Onam is all about? Why people eat hot cross buns at Easter? Are Pongal, Lohri and Sankranti all the same festival? Why do people fast during Ramzan? Get ready to find the answers to all of these questions and dive into the stories behind these festivals and many others.
The Book of Hindu Festivals and Ceremonies
Author: Om Lata Bahadur
Publisher: University of Washington Press
ISBN: 9788174761637
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 282
Book Description
This Volume Highlights How The Main Festivals Of India Are Celebrated, Providing Adequate Background Information, Wherever Needed. The Spontaneous Gaiety And Joy Generated By These Festivals, Along With The Solemnity Of The Accompanying Bhajans, Prayer Ceremonies And Rituals, Are Captured In Graphic Detail. Also, The Special Dishes Associated With Some Of The Festivals As Well As The Recipes Add 'Flavour' To The Contents.
Publisher: University of Washington Press
ISBN: 9788174761637
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 282
Book Description
This Volume Highlights How The Main Festivals Of India Are Celebrated, Providing Adequate Background Information, Wherever Needed. The Spontaneous Gaiety And Joy Generated By These Festivals, Along With The Solemnity Of The Accompanying Bhajans, Prayer Ceremonies And Rituals, Are Captured In Graphic Detail. Also, The Special Dishes Associated With Some Of The Festivals As Well As The Recipes Add 'Flavour' To The Contents.
The Golden Bough
Author: James George Frazer
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Magic
Languages : en
Pages : 412
Book Description
Frazer's series which attempted to define the shared elements of religious belief and scientific thought, discussing fertility rites, human sacrifice, the dying god, the scapegoat, and many other symbols and practices whose influences had extended into 20th-century culture. His thesis is that old religions were fertility cults that revolved around the worship and periodic sacrifice of a sacred king. Frazer proposed that mankind progresses from magic through religious belief to scientific thought.
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Magic
Languages : en
Pages : 412
Book Description
Frazer's series which attempted to define the shared elements of religious belief and scientific thought, discussing fertility rites, human sacrifice, the dying god, the scapegoat, and many other symbols and practices whose influences had extended into 20th-century culture. His thesis is that old religions were fertility cults that revolved around the worship and periodic sacrifice of a sacred king. Frazer proposed that mankind progresses from magic through religious belief to scientific thought.
The Golden Bough
Author: James George Frazer
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 1108047416
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 411
Book Description
The greatly revised and enlarged twelve-volume third edition (1911-15) of Sir James Frazer's controversial work on classical religion.
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 1108047416
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 411
Book Description
The greatly revised and enlarged twelve-volume third edition (1911-15) of Sir James Frazer's controversial work on classical religion.
The Golden Bough
Author: Sir James George Frazer
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Animism
Languages : en
Pages : 410
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Animism
Languages : en
Pages : 410
Book Description
Binny's Diwali
Author: Thrity Umrigar
Publisher: Scholastic Inc.
ISBN: 1338676288
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 40
Book Description
Binny woke up happy but nervous. It was her day to share about Diwali, the Festival of Lights! Binny is excited to talk to her class about her favorite holiday. But she struggles to find the words.Taking a deep breath, she tells her classmates about the fireworks that burst like stars in the night sky, leaving streaks of gold and red and green. She shares with them delicious pedas and jalebis. And she shows them clay lamps, called diyas, which look so pretty all the children ooh and aah.Featuring a heartwarming story by Thrity Umrigar, enchanting illustrations by Nidhi Chanani, and detailed information about the Hindu festival of lights, Binny's Diwali is a holiday treat.
Publisher: Scholastic Inc.
ISBN: 1338676288
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 40
Book Description
Binny woke up happy but nervous. It was her day to share about Diwali, the Festival of Lights! Binny is excited to talk to her class about her favorite holiday. But she struggles to find the words.Taking a deep breath, she tells her classmates about the fireworks that burst like stars in the night sky, leaving streaks of gold and red and green. She shares with them delicious pedas and jalebis. And she shows them clay lamps, called diyas, which look so pretty all the children ooh and aah.Featuring a heartwarming story by Thrity Umrigar, enchanting illustrations by Nidhi Chanani, and detailed information about the Hindu festival of lights, Binny's Diwali is a holiday treat.
The Golden Bough: pt. VII 1-2. Balder the Beautiful; the fire festivals of Europe and the doctrine of the external soul
Author: James George Frazer
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Magic
Languages : en
Pages : 412
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Magic
Languages : en
Pages : 412
Book Description
The Gospel in All Lands
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Methodist Church
Languages : en
Pages : 598
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Methodist Church
Languages : en
Pages : 598
Book Description