-
Gods on Earth: The Management of Religious Experience and Identity in a North Indian Pilgrimage Centre
0₹6,490.00Explore the vibrant spiritual and social tapestry of Ayodhya, a pivotal North Indian pilgrimage centre. This essential anthropological study offers profound insights into the management of religious experience and identity. Discover how devotion, sacred spaces, and daily life are intricately woven with political and economic forces. A must-read for students of anthropology, religious studies, Indian culture, and anyone seeking to understand the complexities of faith in India’s sacred cities. Unravel the forces that shape spiritual journeys and collective identities.
-
The Modern Spirit of Asia: The Spiritual and the Secular in China and India
0₹2,160.67Uncover the distinct “Modern Spirit of Asia” by comparing India and China’s unique journeys. This insightful study reveals how both nations integrated spirituality and secularism, transforming ancient traditions for nation-building. Explore the contrasting roles of religion in Indian nationalism versus China’s secular focus. Delve into how Western ideas were adapted, examining yoga, qi gong, and the evolving landscape of faith and modernity. Essential for students of comparative religion, cultural studies, and anyone fascinated by India’s cultural development and its place in modern Asia.
