RELIGIOUS 161 - Gurus,Swamis,and Others:Hindu Wisdom Beyond South Asia

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Claremont McKenna College

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Humes Examination of variously understood Hindu teachers such as gurus, rishis, maharishis, babas, matas, swamis, and mahatmas, who have had profound influence in the West. We will explore indigenous categorization of these special personalities and modern historical developments and trends, as well as how their messages have been variously received and reshaped as their popularity spread throughout, and eventually beyond, South Asia. Offered every other year.

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1.50

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.claremontmckenna.edu/

Phone Number:

(909) 621-8000

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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