The Anthropology of Eastern Religions

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The book offers a comparative analysis of major Eastern religious traditions, exploring their development as professional enterprises and social movements. Through an anthropological lens, it examines the core ideas that shape these religions and how they have influenced the formation of internal organizations. The author, Murray J. Leaf, highlights the dynamics of mobilization and the varying degrees of external support these traditions receive, providing insight into their societal impact and organizational structures.