Life and religion of the Hindoos. : With a sketch of my life and experience.
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"Life and Religion of the Hindoos: With a Sketch of My Life and Experience" by Joguth Chunder Gangooly is a cultural and religious account written in the mid-19th century. This work provides insight into the social structure, customs, and beliefs of Hindu society, composed from the perspective of a Brahmin who converted to Christianity. It aims to present an authentic representation of Hindu life and practices, countering misconceptions often held by Western
audiences. The opening of the book introduces readers to the author's motivations for writing, emphasizing the importance of providing accurate information about Hindu customs and beliefs. Gangooly reflects on the widespread misconceptions about Hindu practices, such as misguided ideas about rituals and social customs. The introductory sections also highlight his personal journey as a Christian convert, including his educational experiences and the support he received from various mentors during his time in the West. It sets the stage for a deeper exploration of Hindu life, beginning with the intricate caste system and its implications, which the author intends to analyze in subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Gangooly, Joguth Chunder |
|---|---|
| Contributor | Bush, Solon Wanton, 1819-1898 |
| Editor | Ellis, George Edward, 1814-1894 |
| Title | Life and religion of the Hindoos. : With a sketch of my life and experience. |
| Original Publication | United States: Crosby, Nichols, Lee and Company, 1860. |
| Credits | David Edwards, Karin Spence and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 66.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DS: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia |
| Subject | India -- Social life and customs |
| Subject | Hindus |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 74152 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-74152-9 |
| Release Date | Jul 29, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 234 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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