“Miracle” and “Science” in the growth of Anukulchandra Faith
Journal Title: International Journal of Research in Social Sciences - Year 2017, Vol 7, Issue 7
Abstract
In Indian context, religious gurus and their organizations have, since centuries, played an important role in making, interpreting and spreading religious meanings and values. Frequently they are seen as the upholders of „tradition‟, perceived as embodiment of divine and mediators of traditions. This research paper focuses on the roles played both by „science‟ and „miracle‟ in the expansion and sustenance of the guru-based organization of Thakur Anukulchandra. This paper explores how the devotees articulate and make sense of spiritual appeals to science in many different ways. Even though passionate pleas have been made by many of the devotees and the guru himself, about the importance of science, the role of „miracles‟ is undoubtedly present and this concept is also invoked in a variety of ways to bring the devotees closer and also used as a strategy to recruit new members.
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SoumyaMohapatra
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