Imagining Hinduism examines how Hinduism has been defined; interpreted and manufactured through Western categorizations; from the foreign interventions of eighteenth and nineteenth-century Orientalists and missionaries; to the present day. Sugirtharajah argues that ever since early Orientalists 'discovered' the ancient Sanskrit texts and the Hindu 'golden age'; the West has nurtured a complex and ambivalent fascination with Hinduism; ranging from romantic admiration to ridicule. At the same time; Hindu discourse has drawn upon Orientalist representations in order to redefine Hindu identity.As the first comprehensive work to bring postcolonial critique to the study of Hinduism; this is essential reading for those seeking a full understanding of Hinduism.
#2863333 in Books 2001-07-12Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 8.25 x 6.25 x .50l; .78 #File Name: 0415149878256 pages
Review
0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. excellent study of holinessBy ji jacobsonthis is a deep; thorough and well-written exploration of the meaning of the concept of holiness in rabbinic times. as a non-scholar; i found it very illuminating; exceptionally well-structured and easy to read and understand. i would recommend this to any reader who wishes to gain a comprehensive understanding of this subject.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. ExcellentBy Charles C. PittsLoved this book as an introduction to Milgrom's commentary on Leviticus. I really think there is more highlighted text than not. This is one I will keep close by and use a lot.
