Hinduism 2: Modern Hinduism VII (HT21)

Location: Online meeting
Speaker: Dr Rembert Lutjeharms
Date: March 5, 2021
Time: 4.00-5.00

This paper traces the development of Hinduism from the medieval period through to modernity. The course will examine Hindu scholasticism, devotional and tantric traditions, and modern Hindu thought. The lectures will explore themes of liberation, the soul and the divine, Tantra and meditation, devotional literature and the formation of modern Hindu identity.