Hindu selves in a modern world
Book Description
In an era where ancient spiritual traditions meet modern consumer culture, Hindu devotional practices are evolving in fascinating ways. Maya Warrier takes readers inside this transformation through an intimate examination of contemporary Hindu spirituality as it unfolds in today's rapidly changing India.
At the center of this exploration stands Mata Amritanandamayi, a female spiritual teacher whose influence extends far beyond India's borders. Her followers, drawn primarily from educated urban communities, view her as both divine avatar and healer capable of addressing the challenges of modern life. Through careful ethnographic research conducted across multiple locations, Warrier reveals how these devotees navigate their spiritual commitments within a world shaped by globalization and technological revolution.
This study illuminates the dynamic ways that traditional Hindu worship adapts to contemporary realities. Rather than simply preserving ancient practices, today's devotees are creating new forms of spiritual engagement that speak to the complexities of post-colonial Indian society. The book offers valuable insights into how middle-class practitioners reconcile their religious devotion with the demands and opportunities of modern urban life.
For readers seeking to understand how timeless spiritual wisdom finds expression in our interconnected world, this work provides a thoughtful window into the lived experiences of contemporary Hindu practitioners and their evolving relationship with the sacred.
Who Is This For?
📖 Reading Level: Short (< 200 pages) (~5 hours)
📄 Length: 185 pages
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Explore Middle class
- ✓ Explore Religious aspects
- ✓ Explore India, religion
- ✓ Explore History
- ✓ Understand Hindu philosophy and traditions
- ✓ Explore Cultes hindous
- ✓ Explore Religion
- ✓ Explore Worship
