South Asian Music And Religion Essay

I have been a fan of The Beatles since my early childhood, and have always wondered what inspired them to write their music. Throughout history, music has brought Indian society and civilization together, often doing so contradictory to the conflict between the major religious sects of South Asia. The symbolism behind music provides common musical practice, and they are shared across sacred boundaries of many kinds. The religious and philosophical unity presented through musical practice has deep historical roots, which means that music and religion share many aspects of a common origin. South Asian musical practices have often made peace between conflicting religions, creating new possibilities for shared worship. Therefore it is virtually impossible to separate music from religion in India. Religion is present in South Asian music in virtually every way.

When first doing research I was very interested in the extent to which George Harrison’s songwriting was impacted by religion. I already own multiple books about The Beatles, and the stories behind their songs. Therefore, it was very easy to

They are also supposed to stay away from sexual contact except for the purposes of procreation within marriage. Followers appear in public places, wearing distinctive robes and ringing bells while chanting and passing out pamphlets. Despite the corruption of some gurus who have led the movement after Swami Prabhpada's death in 1977, the Hare Krishna movement has avoided cult status because some, but not all, Hindu scholars and teachers in the West and India consider it a legitimate branch of Hinduism. Harrison’s song "Living in the Material World," was influenced by Swami Prabhupada, and ends with the line "Got to get out of this place by the Lord Sri Krishna's grace, my salvation from the material