Books in the Studying Religions in Practice series

Hinduism is rich in fascinating practices. This title offers students with an understanding of the living tradition, including discussions of well-known rituals such as the performance of 'puja' and the great festivals of Holi and Diwali, to lesser known rites associated with healing or possession.

This book draws on eye witness reports of Buddhism on the ground as well as providing a reflective context within which practices and rituals can be understood and appreciated.

This book presents Islam as a lived religion through observation and discussion of how Muslims from a variety of countries, traditions and views practice their religion. The range of fascinating case studies will also help students understand how research into religious practice is carried out, and what issues and challenges arise.

This book presents Islam as a lived religion through observation and discussion of how Muslims from a variety of countries, traditions and views practice their religion. The range of fascinating case studies will also help students understand how research into religious practice is carried out, and what issues and challenges arise.