White, David Gordan
Sinister Yogis
- ISBN 13:
- 9780226895147
- author:
- White, David Gordan
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- University of Chicago Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2009
- Pages:
- 376
- Dimensions:
- 22.6 x 15.2 x 2 cm
- Genre:
- History of religion
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Yoga's origins in South Asia are far more complex and intriguing than popularly imagined. In "Sinister Yogis", David Gordon White delves into the history of yoga by examining its practitioners, revealing a rich and diverse literature that challenges Western assumptions about these figures. Contrary to common portrayals, yogis in South Asian texts are often depicted as powerful sorcerers with supernatural abilities, including raising the dead, possession, and levitation. These depictions suggest that yogis were not detached contemplatives, but rather individuals who wielded significant power and influence. White's meticulous research sheds new light on this fascinating topic. By exploring the literature of South Asia, White provides a nuanced understanding of yoga's history and its practitioners, ultimately placing them in their proper context. This thought-provoking book offers a fresh perspective on a subject often misunderstood or oversimplified.
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