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Female Ascetics: Hierarchy and Purity in Indian Religious Movements (Religion and Society in South Asia)
0₹10,618.82Uncover the often-overlooked spiritual landscape of India’s female ascetics. This meticulously researched book delves into the formation and societal dynamics of women’s religious orders, revealing how concepts of hierarchy and purity are integral to their spiritual journeys. Based on extensive fieldwork, it illuminates the transformative processes and the social forces that enabled these women to establish distinct paths, often defying tradition. Essential for scholars, students of Indian religions, and anyone interested in the rich tapestry of spiritual life in India.
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Female Ascetics: Hierarchy and Purity in Indian Religious Movements (Religion and Society in South Asia)
0₹895.00Explore the captivating world of female ascetics within Indian religious movements. Wendy Sinclair-Brull’s detailed field research illuminates how renunciant women in South Asia established their own orders, often defying tradition. Discover the intricate social dynamics, subtle transformation processes, and the crucial roles of hierarchy and purity in their spiritual journeys. This insightful book is essential for students of religious studies, sociology, and anyone keen to understand the multifaceted spiritual landscape and gender roles in India. Uncover the profound structures shaping female monasticism across the subcontinent.
