Bhakti Movement in Medieval India: Social and Political Perspectives

This well documented study brings into focus the picture of Medieval Indian society in different waysthe nature of relationship between the state and the Hindus; the mutual understanding between members of the two communities; different trends of Bhakti thought and movement and the interaction between the thoughts and practices of different Sufi orders and Bhakti cults.

The detailed account of the literature of Bhakti Saints provided by the author constitutes a veritable treasure trove of so...