SIGNED, 1914, 1st, THE GOD JUGGERNAUT AND HINDUISM IN INDIA, JEREMIAH ZIMMERMAN

Description: The God Juggernaut and Hinduism in India From a Study of their Sacred Books and more than 5,000 Miles of Travel in India by Jeremiah Zimmerman, D.D., LL.D. New York: Fleming H. Revell Company 1914 First Edition Signed inscription by the author. Octavo, 319 pages, publisher's original brown cloth covered boards with pictorial decoration. Illustrated throughout with black and white plates. Very minimal rubbing and wear, else in very good + condition. The God Juggernaut and Hinduism in India by Jeremiah Zimmerman is a critical examination of Hindu religious practices and cultural dynamics in early 20th-century India. Written from a Christian missionary perspective, the book explores Hinduism’s rituals, philosophy, and social structures, with a particular focus on the deity Jagannath, used metaphorically to represent the perceived spiritual and cultural momentum of Hinduism. Zimmerman critiques aspects of Hindu society, including the caste system and traditional rituals, often contrasting them with Western religious and societal ideals. Set against the backdrop of British colonial rule, the book also discusses the challenges and opportunities for Christian missionary work in India. Though offering valuable historical insights, it reflects the biases and colonial attitudes of its time, making it a complex document for understanding cross-cultural and religious interpretations in the early 1900s. If you have any questions, feel free to ask, and don't forget to check out my other listings.

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