Gandhi and Rajchandra : the making of the Mahatma

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    • Majmudar, Uma

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Gandhi and Rajchandra : the making of the Mahatma

Uma Majmudar

(Explorations in Indic traditions: theological, ethical, and philosophical)

Lexington Books, c2020

  • : cloth

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Includes bibliographical references (p. 123-125) and index

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内容説明

Mahatma Gandhi, one of the greatest influencers in the world, was himself influenced by trailblazing thinkers and writers like Tolstoy, Ruskin, Thoreau, and others-each one contributing significantly to his moral and spiritual development. Yet only a few people know the most consequential person to have played a pivotal role in the making of the Mahatma: Shrimad Rajchandra. About the unparalleled influence of this person, Gandhi himself wrote: "I have met many a religious leader or teacher... and I must say that no one else ever made on me the impression that Raychandbhai did." Uma Majmudar, digging deep into the original Gujarati writings of both Gandhi and Rajchandra, explores this important relationship and unfolds the unique impact of Rajchandra's teachings and contributions upon Gandhi. The volume examines the contents and significance of their intimate spiritual discussions, letters, questions and answers. In this book, Dr. Majmudar brings to the forefront the scarcely known but critically important facts of how Rajchandra "molded Gandhi's inner self, his character, his life, thoughts and actions." This Jain zaveri (jeweller)-cum-spiritual seeker became Gandhi's most trusted friend, as well as an exemplary mentor and "refuge in spiritual crisis."

目次

Preface Introduction Chapter 1- Mohandas Gandhi in London: His First Acquaintance with Religions Chapter 2 - Barrister Mr. Gandhi and Poet Rajchandra: Their First Meeting in Mumbai Chapter 3 - Shrimad Rajchandra: A Many-faceted Diamond of a Man Chapter 4 - What Cast a Spell on Gandhi Chapter 5 - Gandhi: Up, Close and Personal with Rajchandra Chapter 6 - Rajchandra as a Thinker and Reformist: Impact of His Views on Gandhi Chapter 7 - The Influence of Jainism on Gandhi: Major Precepts, Practices, and Theories Chapter 8 - Brahmacharya: Rajchandra and Gandhi Chapter 9 - Gandhi from South Africa: "Rajchandra, My Refuge in Religious Crisis" Chapter 10 - Gandhi and Rajchandra: A Multi-petaled Relationship Chapter 11 - Ruskin, Tolstoy, and Thoreau: The Impact of Their Books on Gandhi Chapter 12 - Who Won the Battle for Gandhi's Soul: Tolstoy, Ruskin, or Rajchandra? Chapter 13 - What is Satyagraha and Who Sowed the Seed Principles? Chapter 14 - Final Word Appendix I - Gandhi's Questions and Rajchandra's Answers Appendix II - Excerpts from Rajchandra's Major Writings with Comments Bibliography About the Author

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