The snake and the mongoose : the emergence of identity in early Indian religion /
McGovern, Nathan,1981-author.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Introduction -- The snake and the mongoose at the horizon of Indian history -- Taming the snake and the mongoose of Indian history -- The Brahman as a celibate renunciant -- The Brahman as the head of a household -- The emergence of the snake and the mongoose -- Losing an argument by focusing on being right -- Conclusion.
Identification (Religion)
Brahmanism
Hinduism
Buddhism
Religion.
Identification (Religion)
Brahmanism.
Buddhism.
Hinduism.
Interfaith relations.