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The Folklore of Bombay
The Folklore of Bombay
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The book explores superstitions and beliefs among the people of Bombay Presidency during colonial times, focusing on celestial objects and rites to propitiate divine beings. Brahmins served as priests, while lower castes acted as ministrants. Exorcists were consulted for epidemics, illness, and witchcraft. Totemism was also prevalent.
Format: Hardback
Length: 353 pages
Publication date: 22 September 2023
Publisher: Manohar Publishers and Distributors
The book titled "Superstitions and Beliefs of the People of Bombay Presidency during the Colonial Times" is a comprehensive compilation of the superstitions and beliefs among the people of Bombay Presidency, excluding Sind, during the colonial era. It delves into the various celestial objects, such as the sun, moon, stars, earth, rivers, and more, and the rites adopted to propitiate these divine beings. The Brahmins played a significant role in propitiating the great gods of the Hindu pantheon, such as Shiva or Brahma, while the lower castes served as ministrants to the minor godlings. During epidemics, illnesses, or when precautions were required against witchcraft and spells, it was customary to consult and be guided by exorcists. Additionally, the book highlights the widespread belief in totemism, which was prevalent among the people of Bombay Presidency.
Weight: 488g
Dimension: 149 x 226 x 33 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9789390729456
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