{"title":"John J. Paul","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJohn J. Paul\u003c\/strong\u003e explores the complex intersections of religion and public life, offering insightful perspectives on how faith shapes cultural and political discourse. His work invites readers to consider the nuanced ways in which spiritual beliefs influence societal structures and current affairs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith a thoughtful and analytical approach, Paul's writings delve into timely discussions within politics and public culture, encouraging a deeper understanding of the role religion plays in shaping modern governance and community values.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"religion-and-public-culture-by-keith-e-yandell-keith-e-yandell-9780700711017","title":"Religion and Public Culture","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe last two centuries have witnessed profound changes in the nature of public consciousness. Nowhere has this been more true than in India, especially in relation to changing cultures of public life and religious tradition in South India.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEssays in this collection attempt to explore the intricacies of what is perhaps the single most complex socio-religious environment in the world. The essays consider the evolution of the notion of Hinduism as a distinct and singular separate religion; the relationship between this kind of formulation and various European or Western influences in India; and differences which the formation of this idea and its acceptance have made upon wider public consciousness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach essay also considers certain general issues, such as the passing along of religious authority from one generation to the next, and the rise of disputes over matters both ideological (or doctrinal) and institutional. These disputes are fundamental to the traditions concerned and yet have unmistakable cross-cultural references.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Taylor \u0026 Francis","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47607490412780,"sku":"9780700711017","price":341.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780700711017-religion-and-public-culture.jpg?v=1778168107"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/john-j-paul.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}