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9780470776858

Hinduism and Modernity

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  • ISBN13:

    9780470776858

  • ISBN10:

    0470776854

  • Format: eBook
  • Copyright: 2008-04-01
  • Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell
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Summary

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.

Table of Contents

Preface
Acknowledgements
Hinduism And Modernity Explained:
Modernity And Hinduism
India And The Juggernaut Of Modernity
Hinduism Ancient And Modern
Hinduism For Others:
Islam And Hinduism
The Western Discovery Of Hinduism
Hinduism and Orientalism
Hinduism Contrasted With Modernity:
ÆWoman CasteÆ (Aurat Jati) And The Gender Of Modernity
Kali East And West
The Gods Of Hinduism And The Idols Of Modernity
The Image Of The Self
Hinduism Today:
Gurus
Modernity And Hindu Nationalism
Hinduism And The Global Future
Notes
References
Index
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