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God at play : Lila in Hindu and Christian traditions.

The first comparative treatment of the topic of līlā in Hindu and Christian traditions, this volume explores what it means to consider divine and human action under the categories of play, wit, drama, grace, and compassion God at Play presents a theological exploration of the multifaceted motif of l...

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Format:	eBook
Language:	English
Published:	New York : Fordham University Press, 2025.
Subjects:	Play > Religious aspects > Hinduism. Play > Religious aspects > Christianity. Jeu > Aspect religieux > Hindouisme. Jeu > Aspect religieux > Christianisme. "BODY. Hindu. PHILOSOPHY. RELIGION. Electronic books.

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