Table of Contents

List of Illustrations. Introduction. 1. Dada Lekhraj and the Sindi background of the Brahma Kumaris; 2. Dada Lekhraj's Visions and the beginnings of the Brahma Kumaris; 3. Growth of the Brahma Kumaris and opposition to them; 4. Om Mandli in Karachi; 5. Mount Abu; 6. Expansion; 7. Implications of the Changes; 8. A Model of the Brahma Kumaris Tradition; 9. What about the Future? Glossary. References. Further Reading. Index.

About the Author

Frank Whaling is emeritus professor of the study of religion, University of Edinburgh. He has taught and researched in many countries including India, the USA and South Africa.

Reviews

'Whaling succeeds very well in describing the Brahma Kumaris in a sympathetic manner, in its historical context, and in lucid language, which students should find appealing and useful. This book is a very good introduction of this religious movement to those interested in religious topics. Those teaching courses on women and religion will also find much to like in this text with its emphasis on the role of women in a contemporary religion and their struggle to survive and flourish within the context of a strongly patriarchal culture.'
Journal of Hindu Studies