The rise of the “Guru Cool”: Global crossings of the new (age) gurus

The phenomenon of following a guru, or a learned master of spiritual or other tradi- tions, is on the rise in india. it is not unusual for a disciple to negotiate between one or more learned masters in either single or multiple traditions. While these masters ground their teachings within traditional indigenous knowledge systems, they are also drawing on non-indian traditions from elsewhere in the global community. Whereas,once,gurus would impart information to their disciples intensely by living side by side, today the global guru is constantly on the move, crossing international borders and establishing relations with large numbers of students. -- FROM THE PUBLISHER.