Jains in the World: Religious Values and Ideology in India

This book offers an illuminating portrait of the ancient Indian religion of Jainism. Based on field research in northern Gujarat as well as on the study of ancient Sanskrit and modern vernacular Jain religious literature, John Cort discusses the major facets of Jain practice-the annual festivals, ascetic and dietary practices, interactions between laity and monks and nuns, and temple worship.

About the Author:
John E. Cort is Associate Professor of Religion at Denison University.