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To Be Cared For: The Power Of Conversion And Foreignness Of Belonging In An Indian Slum (The Anthropology Of Christianity) (Volu
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To Be Cared For Offers A Unique View Into The Conceptual And Moral World Of Slumbound Dalits (Untouchables) In The South Indian City Of Chennai. Focusing On The Decision By Many Women To Embrace Locally Specific Forms Of Pentecostal Christianity, Nathaniel Roberts Challenges Dominant Anthropological Understandings Of Religion As A Matter Of Culture And Identity, As Well As Indian Nationalist Narratives Of Christianity As A Foreign Ideology That Disrupts Local Communities. Far From Being A Divisive Force, Conversion Integrates The Slum Communitychristians And Hindus Alikeby Addressing Hidden Moral Fault Lines That Subtly Pit Residents Against One Another In A National Context That Renders Dalits Outsiders In Their Own Land.Read An Interview With The Author On The Association For Asian Studies' #Asianow Blog.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'To Be Cared For'? A: The main theme of 'To Be Cared For' is the exploration of the lives of Dalits in Chennai, particularly focusing on how conversion to Pentecostal Christianity affects their community dynamics and challenges prevailing anthropological narratives.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'To Be Cared For' is Nathaniel Roberts, who provides an in-depth analysis of the moral and conceptual frameworks within slum communities.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on April 26, 2016.
- Q: What is the binding type of 'To Be Cared For'? A: 'To Be Cared For' is available in a paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains 306 pages.
- Q: Is 'To Be Cared For' suitable for academic research? A: Yes, 'To Be Cared For' is suitable for academic research, especially in anthropology, religious studies, and social sciences, due to its detailed exploration of conversion and community dynamics.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: 'To Be Cared For' falls under the category of Pentecostal & Charismatic studies.
- Q: Is this book a first edition? A: Yes, 'To Be Cared For' is a first edition.
- Q: What insights does the book provide about Dalit communities? A: The book offers insights into how Dalit women navigate their identities and community relationships through their conversion to Christianity, highlighting the integration of Christians and Hindus in their social fabric.
- Q: Where can I read an interview with the author? A: You can read an interview with Nathaniel Roberts on the Association for Asian Studies' #AsiaNow blog.