Religion and pride: Hindus in search of recognition in La Réunion
"Seeking recognition presents an important driving force in the making of religious minorities, as is shown in this study that examines current debates on religion, globalization, diaspora, and secularism through the lens of Hindus living in the French overseas department of La Réunion. Through...
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| Type de support: | Imprimé Livre |
| Langue: | Anglais |
| Service de livraison Subito: | Commander maintenant. |
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| Fernleihe: | Fernleihe für die Fachinformationsdienste |
| Publié: |
New York Oxford
Berghahn
2021
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| Dans: | Année: 2021 |
| Sujets / Chaînes de mots-clés standardisés: | B
Réunion
/ Hindouisme
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| RelBib Classification: | BK Hindouisme |
| Sujets non-standardisés: | B
Hindus
Religious life (Réunion)
B Hindus (Réunion) Social conditions B Publication universitaire B Hinduism (Réunion) |
| Édition parallèle: | Erscheint auch als: 978-1-80073-028-1 |
| Résumé: | "Seeking recognition presents an important driving force in the making of religious minorities, as is shown in this study that examines current debates on religion, globalization, diaspora, and secularism through the lens of Hindus living in the French overseas department of La Réunion. Through the examination of religious practices and public performance, the author offers a compelling study of how the Hindus of the island assert pride in their religion as a means of gaining recognition, self-esteem, and social status"-- |
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| Description: | Includes bibliographical references and index |
| ISBN: | 1800730276 |