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Informationen zum Autor Ruth Nason has been involved in Religious Education publishing since the early 1980s when the major World Religions became increasingly part of the school curriculum. She has edited and written many books on world religions! including for Batsford Educational (in the 1980s)! Oxford University Press Educational Division! Wayland and Evans Brothers. She therefore has close contacts with RE advisers and with educational representatives of the world faiths in Britain. Her work in this area of publishing has led to a lively interest in 'interfaith relations'. A fresh and attractive introduction to the life, teaching and influence of Krishna for 9 - 12s (KS2 - KS3) Zusammenfassung It is believed that Krishna lived in India about 5000 years ago! but the stories about his life and teaching continue to have a lasting influence on the World today. This book tells you all about Krishna and explains his teaching. It examines the sacred texts of Hinduism and how Krishna is worshipped as a god of love. And it explores the major sacred places and festivals associated with Krishna. This differentiated (simplified) text edition of GREAT RELIGIOUS LEADERS: KRISHNA AND HINDUISM considers how the life and teaching of Krishna affect people today! thus making it a great introduction to this important world religion.
