Dumont on Religion Difference, Comparison, Transgression - Key Thinkers in the Study of Religion

Ivan Strenski

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Publisher's Synopsis

Louis Dumont was a prominent anthropologist and sociologist whose work - notably on Indian society - influenced the study of religion. 'Dumont on Religion' introduces Dumont's work on kinship studies, structural theory, and his views on idealism. Subjects of particular interest to students of religion are highlighted, including Dumont's concepts of the sacred and profane, pure and impure, transcendence, values and hierarchy. The book also presents the ethical implications of Dumont's ideas and his comparison between the world views of modern and traditional societies.

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Book information

ISBN:	9781845532741
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Imprint:	Routledge
Pub date:	10 Sep 2008
DEWEY:	200.92
DEWEY edition:	22
Language:	English
Number of pages:	192
Weight:	226g
Height:	234mm
Width:	156mm
Spine width:	13mm