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 the e...
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| Format: | Electronic Book |
| Language: | English |
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New York Oxford
Berghahn Books
[2021]
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| In: | Year: 2021 |
| Further subjects: | B
RELIGION / Religious Intolerance, Persecution & Conflict
B Hindus Religious life (Réunion) B Hindus (Réunion) Social conditions B Hinduism (Réunion) |
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| Summary: | 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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| ISBN: | 1800730284 |
| Access: | Restricted Access |
| Persistent identifiers: | DOI: 10.1515/9781800730281 |