""Two Old Faiths: Essays on the Religions of the Hindus and the Mohammedans"" is a scholarly work by J. Murray Mitchell that explores the religious traditions of Hinduism and Islam. The book is divided into two parts, with the first section focusing on Hinduism and the second on Islam. Each section includes a series of essays that delve into the history, beliefs, and practices of the respective religion. In the section on Hinduism, Mitchell examines the Vedas, the Upanishads, and the Bhagavad Gita, as well as the caste ...
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""Two Old Faiths: Essays on the Religions of the Hindus and the Mohammedans"" is a scholarly work by J. Murray Mitchell that explores the religious traditions of Hinduism and Islam. The book is divided into two parts, with the first section focusing on Hinduism and the second on Islam. Each section includes a series of essays that delve into the history, beliefs, and practices of the respective religion. In the section on Hinduism, Mitchell examines the Vedas, the Upanishads, and the Bhagavad Gita, as well as the caste system, the concept of karma, and the role of women in Hindu society. He also discusses the impact of Hinduism on Indian culture and politics. In the section on Islam, Mitchell explores the life of the Prophet Muhammad, the teachings of the Quran, and the Five Pillars of Islam. He also discusses the differences between Sunni and Shia Islam, the role of women in Islamic society, and the impact of Islam on the Middle East and beyond. Overall, ""Two Old Faiths"" provides a detailed and insightful look at two of the world's major religions, offering a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the beliefs and practices of Hindus and Muslims.1891. Contents: The Hindu Religion. Outline of the Essay; Introduction; The Vedas; Philosophy and Ritualism; Reconstruction-Modern Hinduism; Contrast with Christianity; Hinduism in Contact with Christianity. The Rise and Decline of Islam. Outline of the Essay; Introduction; The Rapid Spread of Islam; Why the Spread of Islam was Stayed; and Low Position of Islam in the Scale of Civilization.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.
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