Author: Pashaura Singh
Publisher: Oxford University Press
ISBN: 0199087733
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 272
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This book examines three closely related questions in the process of canon formation in the Sikh tradition: how the text of the Adi Granth came into being, the meaning of gurbani, and how the Adi Granth became the Guru Granth Sahib. The censure of scholarly research on the Adi Granth was closely related to the complex political situation of Punjab and brought the whole issue of academic freedom into sharper focus. This book addresses some of these issues from an academic perspective. The Adi Granth, the sacred scripture of the Sikhs, means ‘first religious book’ (from the word ‘adi’ which means ‘first’ and ‘granth’ which means ‘religious book’). Sikhs normally refer to the Adi Granth as the Guru Granth Sahib to indicate a confession of faith in the scripture as Guru. The contents of the Adi Granth are commonly known as bani (utterance) or gurbani (the utterance of the Guru). The transcendental origin (or ontological status) of the hymns of the Adi Granth is termed dhur ki bani (utterance from the beginning). This particular understanding of revelation is based upon the doctrine of the sabad, or divine word, defined by Guru Nanak and the succeeding Gurus. This book also explores the revelation of the bani and its verbal expression, devotional music in the Sikh tradition, the role of the scripture in Sikh ceremonies, and the hymns of Guru Nanak and Guru Arjan.
Author: Sutantar Singh
Publisher: Delhi : Rachna Publishers
ISBN:
Category : Nonviolence
Languages : en
Pages : 90
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Author: Cynthia Keppley Mahmood
Publisher: University of Pennsylvania Press
ISBN: 0812200179
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 329
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The ethnic and religious violence that characterized the late twentieth century calls for new ways of thinking and writing about politics. Listening to the voices of people who experience political violence—either as victims or as perpetrators—gives new insights into both the sources of violent conflict and the potential for its resolution. Drawing on her extensive interviews and conversations with Sikh militants, Cynthia Keppley Mahmood presents their accounts of the human rights abuses inflicted on them by the state of India as well as their explanations of the philosophical tradition of martyrdom and meaningful death in the Sikh faith. While demonstrating how divergent the world views of participants in a conflict can be, Fighting for Faith and Nation gives reason to hope that our essential common humanity may provide grounds for a pragmatic resolution of conflicts such as the one in Punjab which has claimed tens of thousands of lives in the past fifteen years.
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ISBN: 9780670093601
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
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Author: Jeffery D. Long
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1000449874
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 129
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The twenty-first century began with the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. Much has been written and debated on the relationship between faith and violence, with acts of terror at the forefront. However, the twentieth century also gave rise to many successful nonviolent protest movements. Nonviolence in the World’s Religions introduces the reader to the complex relationship between religion and nonviolence. Each of the essays delves into the contemporary and historical expressions of the world’s major religious traditions in relation to nonviolence. Contributors explore the literary and theological foundations of a tradition’s justification of nonviolence; the ways that nonviolence has come to expression in its beliefs, symbols, rituals, and other practices; and the evidence of nonviolence in its historic and present responses to conflict and warfare. The meanings of both religion and nonviolence are explored through engagement with nonviolence in Hindu, Buddhist, Chinese, Sikh, Jewish, Christian, Islamic, Jain, and Pacific Island religious traditions. This is the ideal introduction to the relationship between religion and violence for undergraduate students, as well as for those in related fields, such as religious studies, peace and conflict studies, area studies, sociology, political science, and history.
Author: Dorothy Field
Publisher:
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Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 138
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Chapter iv. "Hymns from the Grnth Sahib, and from the Granth of the tenth guru: p. 63-114
Author: Arvind-Pal Singh Mandair
Publisher: Springer
ISBN: 9789402408454
Category : Philosophy
Languages : en
Pages : 0
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This volume describes Sikhism, the youngest member of the Indic religious traditions. It looks at the striking features of this tradition and describes its birth in the fifteenth century and its continual evolution between the sixteenth and late twentieth centuries into an independent formation often described as the “world’s fifth largest religion”. The volume explains how Sikhism arose at a time of religious and political ferment, a fact which left its mark on its interactions with other traditions, notably Islam, Christianity and Hinduism. The volume illustrates that Sikhism’s political aspirations may not have been fully met by the establishment of the nation state of India in 1947, as indicated by the demand by its adherents for greater autonomy which occasionally has spilled over into claims for independence. It pays attention to the fact that Sikhism is isomorphic with Buddhism and Jainism inasmuch as the demographically minority status of all of these religious traditions conceals the vast influence they have exerted on the Indian landscape. In addition the volume analyses the relationship between complex themes such as violence and mysticism, politics and religion, tradition and modernity, as they have manifested themselves in the historical evolution of the Sikh community. It provides a useful introduction to the lives of its founders, their philosophical and ethical teachings and to Sikh responses and interactions with the world’s major religious traditions in an increasingly pluralistic world.
Author: Fouad Sabry
Publisher: One Billion Knowledgeable
ISBN:
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 352
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In today's world, effective and ethical political strategies are vital. "Nonviolence," part of the "Political Science" series, explores the transformative power of nonviolent resistance. This book highlights nonviolence as a crucial yet often misunderstood force in political change and social justice. 1: Nonviolence: Defines nonviolence and its principles, establishing a foundation for its impact on political movements. 2: Ahimsa: Explores Ahimsa, the principle of non-harming, and its philosophical influence on nonviolent movements. 3: Jainism: Examines Jainism, a religion focused on nonviolence, and its teachings that shape resistance practices. 4: Pacifism: Discusses pacifism as a movement, its history, and its influence on contemporary political ideologies. 5: Satyagraha: Analyzes Gandhi's Satyagraha, its principles, and significance in historical political struggles. 6: Indian Philosophy: Investigates Indian philosophy's role in nonviolent thought, highlighting concepts that enhance its practices. 7: Gandhism: Unpacks Gandhism, exploring Gandhi’s strategies and their global impact on social justice movements. 8: Vegetarianism and Religion: Examines how vegetarianism intersects with religious practices and reflects ethical nonviolent principles. 9: Rāmāyaṇa: Analyzes the Rāmāyaṇa, which embodies nonviolence principles through its narrative and characters. 10: Jain Vegetarianism: Studies Jain vegetarianism as an everyday application of nonviolence and its religious importance. 11: Achourya: Explores Achourya's role in promoting ethical behavior within religious and political contexts. 12: Civil Resistance: Explores civil resistance as a strategy, historical examples, and its effectiveness in achieving political goals. 13: Ahimsa in Jainism: Delves deeper into Ahimsa in Jainism, analyzing its applications in promoting nonviolent lifestyles. 14: Diet in Hinduism: Discusses how dietary practices in Hinduism reflect nonviolent principles and support a holistic view. 15: Nonviolent Resistance: Investigates forms of nonviolent resistance, examining successful case studies and theoretical frameworks. 16: Nonkilling: Explores nonkilling, distinguishing it from nonviolence and discussing its relevance in political debates. 17: Pacifism in Islam: Analyzes pacifism in Islamic teachings and its influence on Muslim activism. 18: Ahimsa Award: Learn about the Ahimsa Award and its role in recognizing efforts toward peace and social justice. 19: Arjava: Discover Arjava and its implications for ethical behavior in religious and political contexts. 20: Ahimsa Silk: Examines Ahimsa Silk, its production, and its symbolism of nonviolence in consumer practices. 21: Animal Rights in Indian Religions: Explores how Indian religions advocate for animal rights, reflecting broader nonviolent considerations.
Author: Sangat Singh
Publisher:
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Category : Sikhism
Languages : en
Pages : 0
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Author: Richard Bartlett Gregg
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 1108575056
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages :
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The Power of Nonviolence, written by Richard Bartlett Gregg in 1934 and revised in 1944 and 1959, is the most important and influential theory of principled or integral nonviolence published in the twentieth century. Drawing on Gandhi's ideas and practice, Gregg explains in detail how the organized power of nonviolence (power-with) exercised against violent opponents can bring about small and large transformative social change and provide an effective substitute for war. This edition includes a major introduction by political theorist, James Tully, situating the text in its contexts from 1934 to 1959, and showing its great relevance today. The text is the definitive 1959 edition with a foreword by Martin Luther King, Jr. It includes forewords from earlier editions, the chapter on class struggle and nonviolent resistance from 1934, a crucial excerpt from a 1929 preliminary study, a biography and bibliography of Gregg, and a bibliography of recent work on nonviolence.
