Elizabeth Fuller Collins
1 book
About the Author
Elizabeth Fuller Collins is a distinguished scholar and author whose work bridges anthropology, religious studies, and cultural history, with a particular focus on South and Southeast Asian societies. Drawing from extensive fieldwork in Malaysia, she explores the intricate interplay of ritual practices, power dynamics, and moral frameworks within Hindu communities. Her seminal book, Pierced by Murugan's Lance: Ritual, Power, and Moral Redemption among Malaysian Hindus, offers a profound examination of the Kavadi ritual, illuminating how devotees navigate themes of suffering, devotion, and social redemption in a modern context. Collins's research challenges conventional narratives of diaspora and religion, providing nuanced insights into the resilience of Hindu traditions amid globalization and cultural change. With a career spanning academia and public scholarship, she continues to influence discussions on identity, spirituality, and community in multicultural settings.
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Books by Elizabeth Fuller Collins
