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The book examines the transformation of Aum, a religious movement rooted in yoga, meditation, and enlightenment, into a group associated with violence. It delves into the spiritual origins of Aum and situates its evolution within contemporary Japanese religious trends, providing insights into the complex interplay between spirituality and extremism.
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Religious Violence in Contemporary Japan, Ian Reader
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- Released
- 2000
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- Title
- Religious Violence in Contemporary Japan
- Subtitle
- The Case of Aum Shinrikyo
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Ian Reader
- Publisher
- Taylor & Francis
- Released
- 2000
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 304
- ISBN13
- 9780700711093
- Series
- Tags
- Non-Fiction, Historical Themes, Religion & Spirituality, Religious Topics, Japan, Asia, Japanese Literature, Cults
- Rating
- 3 out of 5
- Description
- The book examines the transformation of Aum, a religious movement rooted in yoga, meditation, and enlightenment, into a group associated with violence. It delves into the spiritual origins of Aum and situates its evolution within contemporary Japanese religious trends, providing insights into the complex interplay between spirituality and extremism.