Faith: 40 Insights into Hinduism

• The book addresses standard and curious inquiries about the faith—such as the purpose of idol worship, the roots of ritualism, dietary habits, and the evolution of social systems. By combining scriptural history with practical observations, it highlights how stories and symbols build subjective cultural truths

Devdutt Pattanaik writes, illustrates, and lectures extensively on the relevance of mythology in modern life and corporate management. Since 1996, he has published over thirty bestselling books and hundreds of columns exploring how ancient myths construct our collective realities

• • Faith: 40 Insights into Hinduism serves as a spiritual compass to decode why Hindus practice the customs they do. Pattanaik skillfully tackles common preconceptions and modern-day debates surrounding the religion—including its core philosophies, the impacts of historical foreign invasions, and how a Hindu prayer fundamentally differs from other global faiths. Illustrated by his signature sketches, the book encapsulates how ancient Indian wisdom can be used to cultivate deep empathy and clarity in the modern world