Understanding Tribal Religion

Author: Tamo Mibang
Sarit K Chaudhuri/
Publisher: Mittal Publications
Year: 2004
Language: English
Pages: 000
ISBN/UPC (if available): 8170999456

Description

This book reflects a maiden effort to textualise various elements of religious beliefs and practices of the tribes of Arunachal Pradesh. It amalgamates both etic and emic perceptions about the complex cultural phenomenon known as religion. It deals with the variegated components starting from mythology, philosophy, oral narratives, indigenous beliefs, festivities, etc. within the paradigm of continuity and change.

Undoubtedly this book will enhance our understanding about tribal religion from contemporary perspectives.