Background
Williams, Raymond Brady was born on November 6, 1935 in Bluefield, West Virginia, United States. Son of James Madison and Virginia (Brookey) Williams.
(The first study by a Western scholar of the ideology and ...)
The first study by a Western scholar of the ideology and history of the Swaminarayan religion. Professor Williams outlines the daily activities and regulations to demonstrate how theology, ethics, devotion, and ritual unite in one contemporary Hindu sect.
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(In 1965, landmark changes in the immigration law admitted...)
In 1965, landmark changes in the immigration law admitted to the United States large numbers of Indians and Pakistanis. Williams' book is the first comprehensive study of the religious groups formed in the United States by immigrants from India and Pakistan, of the adaptive and organizational patterns developed by these groups, and of their continuing influence on the fabric of American religion and culture. Through analysis of demographic statistics and information gathered in interviews, the book provides an overview of the variety of religions practiced by Indian and Pakistani Americans, the size of these religious groups, and the range of ecumenical, ethnic, sectarian, and national organizations. Case studies of groups in Chicago and Houston demonstrate differing growth patterns in metropolitan areas, while detailed descriptions of Swaminarayan Hindus and Nizari Ismaili Muslims illustrate a range of approaches to the difficulties of assimilation into American society.
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Williams, Raymond Brady was born on November 6, 1935 in Bluefield, West Virginia, United States. Son of James Madison and Virginia (Brookey) Williams.
AB, Johnson Bible College, 1957. AB, Phillips University, 1960. Bachelor of Divinity, Phillips University, 1960.
Master of Arts, Doctor of Philosophy, University Chicago, 1966.
LaFollette Distinguished professor in the humanities, Wabash College, Crawfordsville, Indiana, since 1965. Board of trustees, secretary Disciples Divinity House, University of Chicago, 1986-1991.
(In 1965, landmark changes in the immigration law admitted...)
(The first study by a Western scholar of the ideology and ...)
Member American Academy Religion (board directors, executive committee 1989-1992), Midwest American Academy Religion (secretary-treasurer 1989-1992).
Married Lois Raye Baldwin, June 5, 1956. Children: Kevin Michael, Thayer Lynn Kramer, Brian Scott.