Jarrod (Jared) Whitaker

Karen Pechilis, a scholar of South Asian religions, leads a discussion with Jarrod Whitaker, a Vedic specialist, and Valerie Stoker, an expert in early modern South Asian exchanges. They delve into their six-volume project tracing Hinduism's cultural history from antiquity through the late colonial period. Key topics include the unique themes that frame each volume, the dynamic responses to historical contexts, and the interdisciplinary approach that enriches both teaching and scholarship. Their insights reveal the project's impact on understanding Hindu traditions across time.