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Silat Seni Gayong is an art of self-defense, a fighting art but one that also emphasizes the development of the self, becoming a better person, and serving humanity. Sometimes compared to a tiger ready to devour its prey, Gayong helps practitioners develop and increase physical fitness, flexibility, mental conditioning, and self-confidence. Author Sheikh Shamsuddin, who has studied Gayong for 25 years, introduces this little-known practice to Western readers in this first book on the subject in English. The most comprehensive study in any language on Gayong and its customs, The Malay Art of Self-Defense explores in depth the system, techniques, crucial elements, and philosophies involved. Also covered are the art's history, profiles of the most notable practitioners, and an informative Q&A collected from various martial art practitioners to expand readers' knowledge and appreciation. Included are photos of Gayong demonstrations, traditional training centers, customs, and events.
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The book forming Part I, covers various write-ups on current events etc. that appeared in various dailies, my blog and papers presented in various forums till 2015. This will be followed by Part II and Part III covering the periods thereafter.
How has the Islamic view of marriage, family formation and child rearing developed and adapted over the centuries? Is contraception just permitted or actively encouraged? The family is the basic social unit of Islamic society. Even without compelling population pressures, there has been concern with spacing and family planning. This book is the result of a massive research project, gathering fourteen centuries (the seventh to the twentieth) of views on family formation and planning, as expressed by leading Islamic theologians and jurists. The work has been discussed and shaped at each stage by a committee of Islamic experts representing the majority of the Muslim countries. The book provides a much needed source of reference and will be of equal value and interest to professionals in health care and development work and to those working in the academic disciplines of Middle East studies, religion and population studies.
This book is an English translation of "Kulliyat-e Khutbat-e Sir Sayyid" (Complete Lectures of Sir Syed). This book in three volumes is a complete collection of 202 lectures give by Sir Syed between 1859-1898 on various topics in law, civics, society, and culture, majority of them related to his founding of the Muhammadan Anglo-Oriental College and the Muhammadan Educational Conference.
The Critical volume of essays entitled The Artist and the Artistry: Critical Essays on Indian Writing in English is a scholarly interpretation of critical essays in Indian Writing in English. It includes essays on all genres i.e. Poetry, Drama, Fiction, and Short fiction. Diversity is the chief forte of the critical volume of essays. Writers are established and their works have received international recognition. The author of this volume has explored the unexplored vistas of those impressive elements in a lucid and analytical narration. Criticism is heightened and the beauties of which can be seen in the essays.
The Large Canvas Of This Novel Covers Three Continents, But More Particularly The Dramatic Events Following The Partition Of India, The Political Unrest In West Bengal, The Plight Of The Refugees And The Birth Of A New Nation, Bangladesh.This Novel Of Epic Proportions Is An Unique Experiment In Blending Fiction With Facts, An Attempt To Truthfully Capture A Swiftly Moving Course Of Events, A Compelling Novel Difficult To Put Down.
Uzbekistan Travel Guide - Expert advice and holiday tips including Tashkent architecture and hotels, Silk Road history, Islamic art and textiles, museums and culture. Also included are detailed maps, trekking and hiking routes, touring by bike, public transport, archaeological sites like Samarkand and Bukara, Fergana Valley and Kyzylkum Desert.
The book is an effective resource for the preparation of Political Science papers of UGC-NET/JRF/SET exams. It contains MCQs on relevant topics such as Political Theory, Comparative Politics, Public Administration and International Relations. The book is also a unique and well-structured resource as (a) it can be used with any good textbook in undergraduate or postgraduate course, (b) it can be used with any preparation system because it meshes with any lesson plan, learning approach or teaching methodology, and (c) it would help aspirants calculate their learning quotient and make their preparation and assessment better.
Many know of the legends concerning the Shaolin Temple as the font of Asian martial arts. However, this was not the only temple with deep associations with combatives. This anthology dives deep into the historic significance of the relationship between temples, monks, and martial arts. As a transporter of culture, it seems logical that the Indian monk Bodhidharma brought more than just Buddhist texts to the Shaolin Temple. India has a wonderful tradition of martial and healing arts that he would have shared at the temple. His rich story throws light on how and why monks throughout Asia have often blended martial arts with their spiritual lives. Asian countries have unique histories and socie...