The Religious Life Of India: The Chamars

Language: English

9372253413 / 9789372253412

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Language: English. About The Book: "The Religious Life of India: The Chamars" by Geo W. Briggs is a detailed ethnographic study of the Chamar community, traditionally regarded as an 'untouchable' caste in Hindu society. The book explores their religious beliefs, rituals, deities, social customs, and evolving identity within the Hindu framework. Briggs documents how their practices blend local traditions with broader Hindu influences. Published in the early 20th century, the work provides valuable insight into caste, religion, and social change in colonial India, reflecting both scholarly observation and missionary perspective About The Author: George Wallace Briggs (1875–1959) was an English Anglican clergyman and distinguished hymn writer. Educated at Loughborough Grammar School and Emmanuel College, Cambridge, he served as a Royal Navy chaplain and later held key positions in Norwich, Loughborough, Leicester, and Worcester Cathedrals. Renowned for hymns like "God Has Spoken by His Prophets", he also wrote school hymns, including one for Loughborough Grammar School. His hymns reflect deep faith and poetic skill. He left a lasting legacy in English hymnody and Anglican liturgy The Title 'The Religious Life Of India: The Chamars written/authored/edited by Geo W. Briggs', published in the year 2025. The ISBN 9789372253412 is assigned to the Paperback version of this title. This book has total of pp. 292 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is Biography. Size of the book is 13.34 x 21.59 cms Vol: 292.…

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Title
The Religious Life Of India: The Chamars
Author
Geo W. Briggs
Publication year
2025
Condition
New
Binding
Paperback
Language
English
ISBN 10
9372253413
ISBN 13
9789372253412

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