Exploring homegrown movements and figures; proclaims “American Hinduism†as a distinct religious tradition. Today; a new stage in the development of Hinduism in America is taking shape. After a century of experimentation during which Americans welcomed Indian gurus who adjusted their teachings to accommodate the New World context; “American Hinduism†can now rightly be called its own tradition rather than an imported religion. Accordingly; this spiritual path is now headed by leaders born in North America. Homegrown Gurus explores this phenomenon in essays about these figures and their networks. A variety of teachers and movements are considered; including Ram Dass; Siddha Yoga; and Amrit Desai and Kripalu Yoga; among others. Two contradictory trends quickly become apparent: an increasing Westernization of Hindu practices and values alongside a renewed interest in traditional forms of Hinduism. These opposed sensibilities—innovation and preservation; radicalism and recovery—are characteristic of postmodernity and denote a new chapter in the American assimilation of Hinduism. “Concentrating on North America; this volume offers a timely and important group of essays that examine American Hinduism as a distinctive tradition … It also uses a theoretically sophisticated approach to examine the complexities and issues—such as authenticity; innovation; preservation; recovery; and radicalism—that arise from the meeting of divergent cultures … Highly recommended.†— CHOICE
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Nancy Pearcey gives a very good explanation of the various worldviews that is present in ...By Gary D BarkerThis is a very informative book on the cultural divide that we have in the United States. Nancy Pearcey gives a very good explanation of the various worldviews that is present in our culture and what the effects they have in our everyday lives. This is a must read for anyone that is interested in or studying apologetics. Pearcey brings to light the challenges that we face in this multi-cultural society that we live in today.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. A must read.By Linda ChouIt is the book that deserves all the praises posted in every given 5-star customer reviews. To make it concise; the author; in her profound knowledge and understanding of both Christianity and secularism; offers the audience an exhaustive and objective presentation integrated by a Biblical; philosophical; and scientific investigation. Although the book is highly academic; the author keeps it intelligible by detailed explanations. Open your heart and read it with a teachable attitude; and gradually you will find yourself capable of thinking straight in a crooked world.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Truth has been reduced to a matter of opinion which is the self actualization of reality.By Gary KimesClearly makes the case that Truth and absolutes are now thoroughly concealed behind PC agenda.Truth is a rare as those that take a stand for it. Opinion has replaced it and survival of the fittest is alarge part of the reason why.When you understand this; science is itself also *very* concealed behind personal and political agenda.
