Английская Википедия:Cultural Hindus

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Шаблон:Short description Шаблон:Use Indian English Шаблон:Use dmy dates Шаблон:Hinduism small A Cultural Hindu is a religiously unobservant individual who identifies with Hinduism, usually due to family background.[1]

Definition

Emory University professor John Y. Fenton defines the locution as follows:[1] Шаблон:Quotation

The term has come into vogue as a result of secularization.[2] Cultural Hindus, while not religiously devout, may still observe Hindu festivals, such as Diwali.[3] For these individuals, this commemoration of Hindu festivals, as well as occasional temple attendance, serve as a celebration of their heritage.[4]

See also

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References

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