The book explores the resilience of Tingkao Ragwang Chapriak, an indigenous religion of the Rongmei people of Manipur, despite stigmatisation, conversion, and persecution. It highlights the continuity between past and present religious movements and the underlying factors contributing to their resilience.

Format: Hardback
Length: 215 pages
Publication date: 01 November 2023
Publisher: Manohar Publishers and Distributors

The book titled "The Resilience of Tingkao Ragwang Chapriak: A Sociological Study of an Indigenous Religion in Manipur" is a comprehensive exploration of the resilience of Tingkao Ragwang Chapriak, one of the indigenous religions of the Rongmei people of Manipur. It delves into the underlying factors that enable the adherents of this religion to maintain their faith despite facing stigmatization, conversion attempts, and persecution by certain sections of Christians. The book highlights the contemporary relevance of the legacies of the religious movements led by Jadonang Malangmei and Rani Gaidinliu, emphasizing the continuity between the past and present religious movements. The Rongmei people, who follow Tingkao Ragwang Chapriak, a reformed religion, are portrayed as embracing changes in their religious beliefs and practices. The book provides a detailed analysis of the resilience of Tingkao Ragwang Chapriak, shedding light on the various factors that contribute to its enduring presence in the region. Through a sociological lens, the book explores the social, cultural, and historical contexts that shape the beliefs and practices of the Rongmei people and their religion. It examines the role of religious leaders, community structures, and social networks in maintaining the resilience of Tingkao Ragwang Chapriak. Additionally, the book highlights the challenges faced by the Rongmei people in preserving their religious identity and the strategies they have employed to overcome these challenges. Overall, the book offers valuable insights into the resilience of Tingkao Ragwang Chapriak and the role of religion in shaping the lives of the Rongmei people in Manipur. It contributes to the understanding of the complex dynamics between religion, society, and identity in the region.

The Resilience of Tingkao Ragwang Chapriak: A Sociological Study of an Indigenous Religion in Manipur

The book titled "The Resilience of Tingkao Ragwang Chapriak: A Sociological Study of an Indigenous Religion in Manipur" is a comprehensive exploration of the resilience of Tingkao Ragwang Chapriak, one of the indigenous religions of the Rongmei people of Manipur. It delves into the underlying factors that enable the adherents of this religion to maintain their faith despite facing stigmatization, conversion attempts, and persecution by certain sections of Christians. The book highlights the contemporary relevance of the legacies of the religious movements led by Jadonang Malangmei and Rani Gaidinliu, emphasizing the continuity between the past and present religious movements. The Rongmei people, who follow Tingkao Ragwang Chapriak, a reformed religion, are portrayed as embracing changes in their religious beliefs and practices. The book provides a detailed analysis of the resilience of Tingkao Ragwang Chapriak, shedding light on the various factors that contribute to its enduring presence in the region. Through a sociological lens, the book explores the social, cultural, and historical contexts that shape the beliefs and practices of the Rongmei people and their religion. It examines the role of religious leaders, community structures, and social networks in maintaining the resilience of Tingkao Ragwang Chapriak. Additionally, the book highlights the challenges faced by the Rongmei people in preserving their religious identity and the strategies they have employed to overcome these challenges. Overall, the book offers valuable insights into the resilience of Tingkao Ragwang Chapriak and the role of religion in shaping the lives of the Rongmei people in Manipur. It contributes to the understanding of the complex dynamics between religion, society, and identity in the region.

Dimension: 254 x 203 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9789394262447