Hindol Sengupta Knihy

The biography chronicles A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Srila Prabhupada's journey from India to America, where he sought to share ancient Vedic teachings. Arriving in New York City in 1965, he founded the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON), which expanded globally to over 100 centers by his death in 1977. Srila Prabhupada became a pivotal figure in Western counterculture, attracting thousands of followers across various nations. His life story serves as an inspiring guide to self-realization and spiritual awakening.

One of the world's oldest forms of faith, Hinduism has an unbroken trajectory of beliefs and rituals that have continued for many millennia through the footsteps of pilgrims and the pedagogies of theologists; through myth, science and politics. But what does all that mean to the modern Hindu today? Why do Hindus call themselves so? Is it merely because their parents were Hindus? In what way does the faith speak to those who profess to follow it? What does Hinduism mean to the everyday-practicing or sometimes-accessing ordinary Hindu? Away from the raucous debate around religion, this is the journey of a common Hindu, an attempt to understand why, for so many Hindus, their faith is one of the most powerful arguments for plurality, for unity in diversity, and even more than the omnipresent power of God, the sublime courage and conviction of man. Being Hindu is an exploration of Hinduism in a way you have never seen before, almost through your own eyes. This is the first book on Hinduism to have won the Wilbur Award given by the Religion Communicators Council of America for excellence in writing about religion.

The book offers an in-depth analysis of the evolution of political Hinduism in India, exploring its historical, religious, and political dimensions. It engages with the complexities of India's role on the global stage, making it an appealing read for those interested in the intersections of these fields.

The narrative offers an insightful perspective from a practicing Hindu, emphasizing Hinduism's role as a secular and pluralistic alternative in the global conflict between Islam and Christianity. It highlights the faith's core values of peace, liberation, and understanding, presenting Hinduism as a vital path in a world marked by increasing violence. Through this lens, the book explores the potential for harmony and coexistence amidst religious tensions.

The book explores a profound ideological conflict regarding the future of India, presenting two contrasting viewpoints. One perspective argues for the dismantling of political Hinduism as essential for the nation's salvation, while the opposing view asserts that political Hinduism is crucial for India's survival and progress. This tension highlights the broader themes of identity, nationalism, and the role of religion in contemporary Indian society.