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Modern Hinduism
Wilkins, William J.
Modern Hinduism /William J. Wilkins - New Delhi Atlantic 2016 - viii, 270p; 23 cm;
Includes index
This volume focuses on developments resulting from movements within the tradition as well as contact between India and the outside world through both colonialism and globalization. Divided into three parts, part one considers the historical background to modern conceptualizations of Hinduism. Moving away from the reforms of the 19th and early 20th century, part two includes five chapters each presenting key developments and changes in religious practice in modern Hinduism. Part three moves to issues of politics, ethics, and law.
9788126922826
Hinduism History 1765
Civilisation hindoue ; Hindouisme ; Hindu civilization ;
294.5 / WIL
Modern Hinduism /William J. Wilkins - New Delhi Atlantic 2016 - viii, 270p; 23 cm;
Includes index
This volume focuses on developments resulting from movements within the tradition as well as contact between India and the outside world through both colonialism and globalization. Divided into three parts, part one considers the historical background to modern conceptualizations of Hinduism. Moving away from the reforms of the 19th and early 20th century, part two includes five chapters each presenting key developments and changes in religious practice in modern Hinduism. Part three moves to issues of politics, ethics, and law.
9788126922826
Hinduism History 1765
Civilisation hindoue ; Hindouisme ; Hindu civilization ;
294.5 / WIL