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Women, Religion and the Body in South Asia: Living with Bengali Bauls (Routledge South Asian Religion Series)
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Uncover the profound connection between women, religion, and the body within the mystical world of Bengali Bauls. This intimate ethnography from South Asia delves into the life stories of a Bengali Baul family in West Bengal, revealing how their spiritual path offers solace from caste stigma and poverty. It highlights the crucial role women play in purifying the body and easing gender constraints. Essential reading for students of anthropology, religious studies, and South Asian culture, this book offers unique insights into everyday religious experiences in India, exploring how these lives interlace with wider society.
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