William Stoddart Books

Sufism, the essence of Islamic spirituality, is explored in this comprehensive overview that addresses both its fundamental doctrines and spiritual practices. The author emphasizes the intricate symbolism within Sufism and the importance of invoking the Name of God in its rituals. Additionally, the book counters Western misconceptions and hostility towards Islam by providing a deeper understanding of Sufi beliefs. An appendix enriches the content with key Koranic verses, Prophetic teachings, and traditional Sufi sayings, making it a valuable resource for readers seeking insight into this mystical tradition.

Focusing on the foundational principles of Hinduism, this pocket encyclopedia serves as an accessible guide for understanding complex mythology and art forms. It features illustrations, diagrams, and photographs that clarify spiritual concepts, including reincarnation and the caste system. Additionally, it provides chronological overviews of scriptures, insights into the role of mythology in spirituality, and cross-references to other world faiths. Maps highlight important Hindu holy sites, enhancing the experience for museum-goers and tourists alike.

Exploring the misconceptions surrounding Islam, the author argues that Muslims share common ground with people of various faiths despite the violent actions of a minority. By addressing the stereotypes and misunderstandings that have emerged in the West, the book seeks to highlight the peaceful and cooperative aspects of Islam, emphasizing the importance of dialogue and unity among different religious communities. The work aims to foster a deeper understanding of the true nature of the Islamic faith.

With over one billion followers around the world, Buddhism, with its many schools and cultural forms, is a vast and complex field of study. This title offers both general and specialist readers an accessible and concise introduction to the essential features of Buddhism.

The novel 2053 is the first volume of the New Life trilogy. This book sets the scene for science fiction sequels. 2053 is a story of human frailty, endeavour and ambition with episodes of murder, sexual indiscretion and exploitation taking place in a futuristic world. The novel is quick paced with apparently unrelated events leading to the search for a mysterious girl. Parallel to the search, the story follows the preparedness of the spacecraft New Life.

Das Buch untersucht die komplexe Beziehung zwischen Islam und Christentum, widerlegt die Vorstellung, dass der Islam eine gewalttätige Religion sei, und zeigt historische Beispiele für friedliche Koexistenz. Es bietet umfassendes Wissen, um die Ursachen aktueller Konflikte besser zu verstehen und einen Dialog zwischen den Religionen zu fördern.

In diesem Buch gibt William Stoddart einen Überblick über das weit verzweigte Gebiet der Mythologie, der Metaphysik und der Spiritualität des Hinduismus und legt in klaren und kurzen Zügen die Grundelemente der Hindu-Religion dar. ¿Grundzüge des Hinduismus¿ ist trotz des kleinen Formates bemerkenswert umfassend. Für den normalen Leser stellt es eine fesselnde Einführung und für den Studierenden eine hilfreiche Gedächtnisstütze dar. Unter anderem stellt der Autor auch das Kastensystem vor, das als Muster für eine ideale Gesellschaft gedacht war, aber falsch umgesetzt wurde. Außerdem wird in die heiligen Schriften der Hindus eingeführt und es werden die wichtigsten indischen Heiligen der Vergangenheit und der Gegenwart vorgestellt.