Bhakti, a term ubiquitous in the religious life of South Asia, has
meanings that shift dramatically according to context and
sentiment. Sometimes translated as "personal devotion," bhakti
nonetheless implies and fosters public interaction. It is often
associated with the marginalized voices of women and lower castes,
yet it has also played a role in perpetuating injustice. Barriers
have been torn down in the name of bhakti, while others have been
built simultaneously. Bhakti and Power provides an accessible entry
into key debates around issues such as these, presenting voices and
vignettes from the sixth century to the present and from many parts
of India's cultural landscape. Written by a wide range of engaged
scholars, this volume showcases one of the most influential
concepts in Indian history-still a major force in the present day.
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