Hinduism and Hierarchy in Bali

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The book looks at how conflict and competition between various forms of Hinduism undermines and sustains relations of hierarchy. Inhaltsverzeichnis Bali's recent political history - The inflation of titles & the search for origins - The politics of 'caste': hierarchy & equality in conflict - Language, ritual & hierarchy - Kings & priests in Bali: hierarchy, centrality & change - Religion, culture & identity in the Indonesian state - Sai Baba in Bali: identity & the politics of religious truth - Hare Krishna in Bali: mad for God - Conclusion - Bibliography