Hinduism and ModernityISBN: 978-0-631-20861-7
Hardcover
264 pages
December 2002, Wiley-Blackwell
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This examination of Hinduism in the context of modernity will be of
interest to all students of Hinduism, as well as to those
interested in the sociology and history of religion.
- Shows Hinduism to be a highly dynamic world-view which
challenges western notions of modernity.
- Considers a broad range of topics including women, the caste
system, the self, divinities and gurus.
- Contains up-to-date discussions of modern Hindu culture and beliefs.