Manoj Kumar Das
Televising Religion in India: An Anthropological Reading
Televising Religion in India: An Anthropological Reading
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This book explores the growing relationship between religion and television or popular media, examining rituals, media events, and myths while highlighting how rituals uphold and reaffirm collective sentiments and ideas.
Format: Hardback
Length: 18 pages
Publication date: 23 March 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
This captivating book delves into the intricate and evolving relationship between religion and television, or popular media. It offers a comprehensive examination of various aspects, including rituals, media events, and myths. Through its insightful analysis, the book highlights the profound role that rituals play in upholding and reaffirming collective sentiments and ideas within religious communities.
The author explores how television and popular media have become powerful platforms for religious expression and dissemination, enabling individuals and communities to connect and engage with their faith in new and innovative ways. It sheds light on the ways in which media events, such as religious broadcasts, documentaries, and reality shows, shape public perception and understanding of religion.
Furthermore, the book delves into the mythological and symbolic aspects of religious programming, examining how these narratives and symbols resonate with viewers and contribute to the construction of religious identities. It explores the ways in which religious themes and symbols are manipulated and appropriated by the media for entertainment and commercial purposes, raising important questions about the ethical implications of such practices.
Overall, this book provides a rich and nuanced exploration of the complex interplay between religion and television, or popular media. It offers valuable insights into the ways in which rituals, media events, and myths shape the religious experiences and beliefs of individuals and communities, and highlights the need for critical and ethical considerations in this evolving landscape.
Weight: 526g
Dimension: 162 x 240 x 22 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367146184
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