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Focusing on the rich tapestry of beliefs in Southern India, this study delves into the superstitions and omens that shaped the lives of its people in the early 20th century. Edgar Thurston meticulously examines topics such as astrology, divination, and witchcraft while highlighting the variations among different castes and communities. The influence of Hinduism on these practices is also explored, making this work a significant resource for understanding the cultural and social history of the region.
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Omens And Superstitions Of Southern India (1912), Edgar Thurston
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- 2009
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- Titul
- Omens And Superstitions Of Southern India (1912)
- Jazyk
- anglicky
- Autoři
- Edgar Thurston
- Vydavatel
- Kessinger Publishing, LLC
- Rok vydání
- 2009
- Vazba
- měkká
- Počet stran
- 352
- ISBN13
- 9781120015020
- Kategorie
- Etnografie
- Anotace
- Focusing on the rich tapestry of beliefs in Southern India, this study delves into the superstitions and omens that shaped the lives of its people in the early 20th century. Edgar Thurston meticulously examines topics such as astrology, divination, and witchcraft while highlighting the variations among different castes and communities. The influence of Hinduism on these practices is also explored, making this work a significant resource for understanding the cultural and social history of the region.