Hinduism In Europe And America; Volume 25

<p>Hinduism In Europe And America explores the establishment and evolution of Hindu traditions and communities outside of India. Examining the cultural and social contexts of Hindu practices in both Europe and America this volume provides insights into the adaptation and transformation of Hinduism in new environments. It sheds light on the ways in which Hindu beliefs and rituals have been interpreted and integrated within Western societies and will appeal to scholars and general readers interested in religious studies cultural anthropology and the global spread of religious movements.</p><p>This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore you will see the original copyright references library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world) and other notations in the work.</p><p>This work is in the public domain in the United States of America and possibly other nations. Within the United States you may freely copy and distribute this work as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.</p><p>As a reproduction of a historical artifact this work may contain missing or blurred pages poor pictures errant marks etc. Scholars believe and we concur that this work is important enough to be preserved reproduced and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.</p>