Female Ascetics: Hierarchy and Purity in Indian Religious Movements (Religion and Society in South Asia)
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Female Ascetics: Hierarchy and Purity in Indian Religious Movements (Religion and Society in South Asia)

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Explore 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.

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