02458cam a22003133u 4500 57520 UtSlPG 20260610134327.0 m cr n 260607r2018||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 GR Jackson, A. M. T. (Arthur Mason Tippetts), 1866-1909 Folk Lore Notes. Vol. II—Konkan Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2018 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2018-07-16 Produced by Jeroen Hellingman and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net/ for Project Gutenberg (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) "Folk Lore Notes. Vol. II—Konkan" by A. M. T. Jackson is a compilation of cultural and religious practices related to folklore, written in the early 20th century. This work delves into the intricate belief systems and rituals of the people inhabiting the Konkan region, revealing how nature, deities, and local customs intertwine within their daily lives. It serves as an anthropological exploration of indigenous worship and traditions, highlighting the significance of various local deities, nature spirits, and seasonal festivals. The opening of this volume focuses on the worship of nature powers and minor local deities, emphasizing the caste dynamics involved in these practices. A. M. T. Jackson illustrates how lower castes typically serve as priests to local deities, such as the village goddesses and minor gods associated with agriculture, fertility, and health. The text elaborates on specific rituals, such as the daily offerings to the Sun and the reverence for natural elements like sacred rivers and springs, as well as mythological explanations for phenomena like eclipses. The opening sets the stage for a deeper understanding of the rich spiritual landscape and the cultural importance of these practices among the Konkan communities. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Folklore -- India Enthoven, R. E. (Reginald Edward), 1869-1952 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/57520 98349 98349