Hinduism and monotheistic religions, foreword by David Frawley

Ram Swarup (1920–1998), born Ram Swarup Agarwal, was a prominent Indian author and a key figure in the Hindu revivalist movement. Born in Sonipat, Haryana, he graduated in economics from Delhi University in 1941. Swarup founded the Changer's Club in 1944 and worked for Mahatma Gandhi's disciple Mira Behn in 1948–49. In 1949, he established the Society for the Defence of Freedom in Asia, known for criticizing Soviet publications. Swarup's influence extended to American policymakers and Congress members with his book "Gandhism and Communism." He contributed to various Indian publications and, in 1982, founded the Hindutva publishing house, Voice of India. Swarup, a proponent of polytheism, rejected the concept of one God and advocated for a "Pagan renaissance" in Europe. He corresponded with figures in European Neopaganism, emphasizing the importance of reconnecting with spiritual roots. His extensive bibliography includes works on communism, Gandhism, Hinduism, Islam, and critiques of Christianity. Notable works include "The Word as Revelation: Names of Gods," "Hinduism vis-à-vis Christianity and Islam," and "On Hinduism: Reviews and Reflections." Swarup's contributions made him a significant thought leader in the Hindu revivalist movement, and his influence reached beyond India to Western Pagan circles.