An edition of Theories of the gift in South Asia (2004)
Theories of the gift in South Asia
Hindu, Buddhist, and Jain reflections on dāna
By Maria Heim
Publish Date
2004
Publisher
Routledge
Language
eng
Pages
194
Description:
"This book explores the ethical and social implications of unilateral gifts of esteem, offering a perceptive guide to the uniquely South Asian contributors to theoretical work on the gift."--BOOK JACKET.
subjects: Buddhist giving, Generosity, Hindu giving, Jaina giving, Religious aspects, Religious aspects of Generosity, Religious ethics, Religions, Morale religieuse, Générosité, Aspect religieux, Don hindou, Don bouddhique, SOCIAL SCIENCE, Customs & Traditions, Geschenk, Hinduismus, Buddhismus, Jainismus, Gåvor, Religiösa aspekter
Places: South Asia