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Brill - Hindu Gods in West Africa: Ghanaian Devotees

Name: Brill - Hindu Gods in West Africa: Ghanaian Devotees
Brand: Brill
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Explore the unique religious landscape of Ghana with Hindu Gods in West Africa. This scholarly work by Wuaku provides a detailed account of the histories, beliefs, and practices found within the Hindu Monastery of Africa and the Radha Govinda Temple. Through extensive fieldwork in southern Ghana, the author examines how these two temples establish their traditions by connecting with local Ghanaian religious views regarding the magical power of Hindu deities. This book tracks the diverse influences that have shaped these communities. You will learn how Ghanaian soldiers who served in colonial armies across India, Sri Lanka, and Burma during World War II helped shape these traditions. Additionally, the text examines the role that Bollywood films and local magicians play in the development of these religious practices. For students of religion, history, or African studies, this volume offers a rare look at the intersection of Hindu and West African spiritual life.

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Provides a detailed account of the Hindu Monastery of Africa and the Radha Govinda Temple in Ghana.

Based on original field work and historical data collected from southern Ghana.

Examines how local Ghanaian religious notions about the magic of Hindu gods shape temple traditions.

Traces the influence of Ghanaian soldiers who served in India, Sri Lanka, and Burma during World War II.

Analyzes the impact of Bollywood films and local magicians on the production of these religious practices.

Part of the Studies of Religion in Africa series (Volume 42) published by Brill.

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Brand: Brill
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 9004244883
Category: Books > Subjects > Religion & Spirituality > Hinduism > History
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 11 July 2013
Listed Since: 24 May 2013

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