Religious procession is a significant dimension of religion in
South Asia. Processions are central not only in Hinduism, but also
Islam, Christianity, Jainism and Sikhism, which have large
procession rituals. The last years have seen an increase in
processions and ritualizations of space both in South Asia and in
the South Asian Diaspora. Processions are religious display events
and the increase in processions are functions of religious
pluralism and competition about public space as well as economic
prosperity and a revival of religious identities. Processions often
bring together religion and politics since they are about public
space, domination and contestation. Written by leading specialists
on religious processions and ritualization of public space in South
Asia and in the Diaspora, this volume presents current research on
the interpretations of the role of processions, the recent increase
in processions and changes in the procession traditions. South
Asian Religions on Display will appeal to students and scholars of
Asian studies, anthropology, religion and political science.
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