| Description |
1 online resource (xx, 289 pages) : illustrations |
| Contents |
Notes on Symbols from Indian Language : Vocabulary and Transliteration -- Preface -- Acknowledgments -- Introduction -- Challenging the Philosophical Presupposition : Gandhi's Unconventional Synthesis of Asceticism and Activism -- Gandhi's Alternative Paradigm : From Traditional Principles to New Political Purposes -- The Traditional Roots of Gandhi's Brahmacarya -- Gandhi's Unorthodox Brahmacarya : Reinterpreting Private Religious Practice for Public Service -- Gandhi's Embodiment of Legendary Heroes and Ascetics : Toward a Coherent Narrative for Nonviolent Activism -- Conclusion : Gandhi's Dynamic Synthesis of Renunciation and Social Action |
| Summary |
In this book, the author discusses Gandhi’s creative use of ascetic practice, particularly his practice of celibacy, for nonviolent activism |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 271-280) and index |
| Notes |
Print version record |
| Subject |
Gandhi, Mahatma, 1869-1948 -- Philosophy
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Gandhi, Mahatma, 1869-1948 -- Religion
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| SUBJECT |
Gandhi, Mahatma, 1869-1948 fast |
| Subject |
Asceticism -- Hinduism.
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Celibacy -- Religious aspects -- Hinduism
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Passive resistance.
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Nonviolence.
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RELIGION -- Hinduism -- General.
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Asceticism -- Hinduism
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Nonviolence
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Passive resistance
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Philosophy
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Religion
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| Form |
Electronic book
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| LC no. |
2012011098 |
| ISBN |
143844558X |
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9781438445588 |
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