{"product_id":"religious-history-of-ladakh-bibliotheca-indo-buddhica-series","title":"Religious history of Ladakh (Bibliotheca Indo-Buddhica series)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"134\" data-end=\"151\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"134\" data-end=\"151\"\u003eBook Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"153\" data-end=\"405\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"153\" data-end=\"184\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"155\" data-end=\"184\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"155\" data-end=\"166\"\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prem Singh Jina\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"185\" data-end=\"228\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"187\" data-end=\"228\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"187\" data-end=\"201\"\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sri Satguru Publications\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"229\" data-end=\"254\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"231\" data-end=\"254\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"231\" data-end=\"244\"\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e English\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"255\" data-end=\"276\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"257\" data-end=\"276\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"257\" data-end=\"269\"\u003eEdition:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2001\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"277\" data-end=\"304\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"279\" data-end=\"304\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"279\" data-end=\"288\"\u003eISBN:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9788170307051\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"305\" data-end=\"323\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"307\" data-end=\"323\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"307\" data-end=\"317\"\u003ePages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 117\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"324\" data-end=\"348\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"326\" data-end=\"348\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"326\" data-end=\"336\"\u003eCover:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardcover\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"349\" data-end=\"382\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"351\" data-end=\"382\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"351\" data-end=\"366\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 23 cm x 14 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"383\" data-end=\"405\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"385\" data-end=\"405\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"385\" data-end=\"396\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 320 gm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"407\" data-end=\"410\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"412\" data-end=\"849\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"412\" data-end=\"431\"\u003eAbout the Book:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"431\" data-end=\"434\"\u003eThis insightful volume by Dr. Prem Singh Jina explores the rich religious tapestry of Ladakh—a region uniquely positioned at the crossroads of Central Asia and deeply influenced by centuries of spiritual and cultural exchanges. Surrounded by geopolitical neighbors like China, Afghanistan, Pakistan, and the former Soviet Union, Ladakh holds a distinctive place in the historical evolution of major world religions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"851\" data-end=\"964\"\u003eDivided into three focused chapters, the book offers a comprehensive overview of the religious history of Ladakh:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col data-start=\"966\" data-end=\"2008\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"966\" data-end=\"1305\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"969\" data-end=\"1305\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"969\" data-end=\"996\"\u003eChristianity in Ladakh:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"996\" data-end=\"999\"\u003eAuthored by Fr. George Mampillil, this chapter traces the journey of Christianity from the arrival of St. Thomas the Apostle in 52 A.D. to its development and presence in contemporary Ladakh. It provides valuable insight into the spread and challenges of Christianity in a predominantly Buddhist region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1307\" data-end=\"1675\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1310\" data-end=\"1675\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1310\" data-end=\"1333\"\u003eBuddhism in Ladakh:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1333\" data-end=\"1336\"\u003ePenned by Dr. Prem Singh Jina, this section delves deep into the historical roots and cultural significance of Buddhism in the region. From the early arrival of Buddhist missionaries to the pivotal visit of Rinchen Zangpo in the 10th century A.D., the chapter details how Buddhism became integral to Ladakhi identity and spiritual life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1677\" data-end=\"2008\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1680\" data-end=\"2008\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1680\" data-end=\"1700\"\u003eIslam in Ladakh:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1700\" data-end=\"1703\"\u003eCo-authored by Dr. Prem Singh Jina and Zain-ul-Abidin, this chapter examines the cultural interaction between Islam and the Buddhist society of Ladakh. It explores how Islamic traditions gradually merged with and adapted to the local ethos, fostering a unique religious co-existence over the centuries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2010\" data-end=\"2416\"\u003eThe book not only documents the historical presence of these three major religions—Buddhism, Christianity, and Islam—but also analyzes the socio-cultural transformations that accompanied their evolution. From monastic patronage to religious syncretism, and from missionary efforts to modern-day interfaith dynamics, this work offers a rare and multidimensional understanding of Ladakh’s spiritual heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2418\" data-end=\"2669\"\u003eAn essential resource for scholars, students, and readers interested in religious studies, cultural history, and Himalayan anthropology, this book paves the way for further research on Ladakh’s evolving religious identity and eco-cultural transitions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shri Satguru Publications","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49999821930800,"sku":"DRG.ShriSatguruPub_9788170307051","price":510.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/9968\/4144\/files\/religious_history_of_ladakh_ihg027.webp?v=1756464788","url":"https:\/\/www.retailmaharaj.com\/bn\/products\/religious-history-of-ladakh-bibliotheca-indo-buddhica-series","provider":"Retail Maharaj","version":"1.0","type":"link"}