The Popular Religion and Folk-Lore of Northern India, Vol. 2 (of 2) by Crooke
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Crooke, William, 1848-1923
English
"The Popular Religion and Folk-Lore of Northern India, Vol. 2" by W. Crooke is an academic and anthropological study written in the late 19th century. This work delves into various aspects of folk beliefs, superstitions, and practices prevalent in Northern India, exploring their cultural and religious significances. The topics covered include notio...
The opening of the book begins by discussing the widespread belief in the Evil Eye and its connections to various superstitions in Northern India. Crooke highlights the complexities surrounding this belief, including protective symbols and practices employed by villagers, as well as the psychological roots of envy that contribute to these rituals. He provides detailed examples of protective measures against the Evil Eye, ranging from the adornment of children with lampblack to the use of specific names for newborns aimed at warding off bad luck. This portion sets the tone for a comprehensive investigation of local folk traditions, demonstrating how deeply ingrained these beliefs are in the social fabric of the region. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Karen Jones
3 months agoCompared to other books on this topic, the author's voice is distinct, making the complex topics easy to digest. It is definitely a 5-star read from me.
Joshua Baker
3 months agoI was pleasantly surprised because the attention to historical detail adds a layer of realism that is rare. A solid resource I will return to often.
Aiden Thompson
2 months agoMy professor recommended this and the technical accuracy of the content is spot on. Don't hesitate to download this.
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Joseph White
2 months agoI stumbled upon this by accident and the writing style is poetic but not overly flowery. I couldn't put it down until the very end.