Hinduism does not lend itself easily to a chronological account; its central
tenets—karma, dharma, to name just two—arise at particular moments in Indian
history and differ in each era, between genders, and caste to caste; and what is
shared among Hindus is outnumbered by the things that are unique to each group.
Yet the greatness of Hinduism lies precisely in those idiosyncratic qualities
that continue to inspire debate today.
With her inimitable expertise Wendy Doniger illuminates those moments within the
tradition that resist forces that would standardize a canon. She reveals how
Sanskrit and vernacular sources are rich in knowledge of and compassion towards
women and lower castes; how they debate tensions surrounding religion, violence
and tolerance; and how animals are the key to important shifts in attitudes
towards different social classes.
In this unique and authoritative account, debates about Hindu traditions become
platforms from which to consider the ironies, and overlooked epiphanies, of
history.
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