Religion and Social System of the Vira' saiva Community
Format:Hardback
Publisher:Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Published:25th Nov '97
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A meticulous description and insightful analysis of the distinguishing features and ethos of the Virasaiva religious community and its culture within the context of India and North America.
His sociological analyses of the monastic organization and social structure, the family and the community, the roles of women, and the future of the community emphasize the intricate relationship between religion and the social system.
Using original religious-philosophical texts and sociological research, the author explores the various dimensions of the Virasaiva religious tradition. His sociological analyses of the monastic organization and social structure, the family and the community, the roles of women, and the future of the community emphasize the intricate relationship between religion and the social system. This study of a largely unknown religious community demonstrates how the followers of Virasaivism, known as Lingayats, have been adapting to the changing milieu in North America while retaining the religion's core values. Dr. Chekki shows the interplay between tradition and modernity as the Virasaivas attempt to maintain a distinct identity while adopting the ways of modern culture.
ISBN: 9780313302510
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168 pages