Read the story of two worlds that converge: one of Hindu immigrants to America who want to preserve their traditions and pass them on to their children in a new and foreign land, and one of American spiritual seekers who find that the traditions of India fulfil their most deeply held aspirations. Learn about the theoretical approaches to Hinduism in America, the question of orientalism and 'the invention of Hinduism'. Read about:
· How concepts like karma, rebirth, meditation and yoga have infiltrated and influenced the American consciousness
· Hindu temples in the United States and Canada
· How Hinduism has influenced vegetarianism
· The emergence of an increasingly assertive socially and politically active American Hinduism.
The book contains 30 images, chapter summaries, a glossary, study questions and suggestions for further reading.
Recenzijas
Longs book is a foundational text for the study of Hinduism in America. Overall, this book is a great read for anyone interested in the origin, growth and formulation of Hindu identities in America. * Ethnic and Racial Studies * [ Hinduism in America] is important as it deals with the Hindu phenomenon in the United States in a comprehensive and positive way, covering almost all dimensions and presenting a clear picture of the American Hindu realm. The book is a must for every Hindu library both in India and abroad, and also for Diaspora Hindus. * Swarajya *
Papildus informācija
The is the first survey and analysis of both Hindu immigrants and converts in North America, exploring the history and practice of Hindus, as well as the wider influence of Hindu thought and practice on American culture, and Hindu American social and political activism.
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| Acknowledgments |
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| Pronunciation Guide |
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| Prologue: A Personal Journey |
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| Introduction: A Convergence of Worlds |
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1 What Is Hinduism? A Brief Overview |
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2 Hindu Reform and Western Fascination: The Nineteenth Century |
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3 "Hinduism Invades America": The Early Twentieth Century |
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4 The Rise of a Counterculture: A New Wave of Western Fascination |
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5 America: Land of Temples |
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6 Non-Indian Practitioners, Yoga, Vegetarianism, and Religious Pluralism |
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7 Hindu and Indian Influence in American Popular Culture |
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8 Identity and Engagement: Hinduism in America Finds Its Voice |
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| Appendix: Hindu Temples and Organizations in the United States |
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| Glossary |
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| Notes |
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| Bibliography |
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| Index |
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Jeffery D. Long is Professor of Religion and Asian Studies at Elizabethtown College, USA. He is the author of The Historical Dictionary of Hinduism (2011), JainismAn Introduction (2009), and A Vision for HinduismBeyond Hindu Nationalism (2007).
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