Book

Traditions and institutions of the Santals

Oslo Etnografiske MuseumOslo • Published In 1942 • Pages: viii, 198

By: Skrefsrud, Lars Olsen, Bodding, P. O. (Paul Olaf), Konow, Sten.

Abstract
This is an account of 19th century Santal culture. It was dictated by an old Santal man with outstanding knowledge of native traditions. The account contains good information on social structure and organization, religion, life cycle ceremonies, settlement pattern, entertainment and the relationship to the Hindus. There is also an account on the Santal rebellion against Hindu oppressors.
Subjects
Sociocultural trends
Literary texts
Nuptials
Sorcery
Spirits and gods
Prayers and sacrifices
Organized ceremonial
culture
Santal
HRAF PubDate
1998
Region
Asia
Sub Region
South Asia
Document Type
Book
Evaluation
Creator Type
Missionary
Document Rating
5: Excellent Primary Data
Analyst
Sigrid Khera ; 1969-1970
Field Date
1870-1871
Coverage Date
1800 - 1900
Coverage Place
India
Notes
Translated with notes and additions by P. O. Bodding ; from the Santali text published 1887 by L. O. Skrefsrud ; after the translator's death edited by Sten Konow
Translation of: [Horkoren Mare Hapramko Reak' Katha]
LCCN
ltf90039363
LCSH
Santal (South Asian people)