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History of the Brahmo Samaj is a definitive two-volume set that provides an in-depth examination of one of India’s most significant religious and social reform movements. Written by Sivanath Sastri, a prominent Brahmo theologian and historian, this work traces the organization’s origins in Bengal through its evolution as a transformative force in Indian society.
The volumes document the philosophical foundations laid by Raja Ram Mohan Roy, the movement’s pioneering leader, and its subsequent development under figures like Debendranath Tagore and Keshab Chandra Sen. Sastri meticulously chronicles the Brahmo Samaj’s contributions to social reform, including the abolition of sati, promotion of education, and advancement of women’s rights. The work also explores the theological innovations, internal schisms, and the movement’s broader influence on Indian nationalism and modern Hindu thought. Essential for understanding 19th-century Indian religious history and social transformation.
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