Louis Dumont was a prominent anthropologist and sociologist whose work - notably on Indian society - influenced the study of religion. 'Dumont on Religion' introduces Dumont's work on kinship studies, structural theory, and his views on idealism. Subjects of particular interest to students of religion are highlighted, including Dumont's concepts of the sacred and profane, pure and impure, transcendence, values and hierarchy. The book also presents the ethical implications of Dumont's ideas and his comparison between the world views of modern and traditional societies.
- ISBN10 1322456518
- ISBN13 9781322456515
- Publish Date 1 January 2014 (first published 10 September 2008)
- Publish Status Active
- Out of Print 17 February 2015
- Publish Country US
- Imprint Acumen Publishing
- Format eBook
- Pages 159
- Language English