Dharma scholars turn focus to Ganesha book

From: India Abroad | Date: December 12, 2003 | Copyright information


India Abroad

12-12-2003

Nearly 80 religious scholars specializing in the study of Hinduism and
related traditions, from a number of countries, attended a conference on
Contemporary Issues in Constructive Dharma organized by the Dharma
Association of North America, November 21 in Atlanta, Georgia.

One unexpected topic that came up for discussion was the recent controversy
surrounding a book on Ganesha written by Professor Paul Courtright, which

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