The Hindoo Pilgrims (1878) - Matthew Atmore Sherring - Bog

The Hindoo Pilgrims is a book written by Matthew Atmore Sherring in 1878. The book is a detailed account of the journey of Hindu pilgrims to various holy places in India. Sherring, who was an English missionary and scholar, spent many years studying the customs and beliefs of the Hindu religion. In this book, he provides a comprehensive description of the rituals and practices followed by Hindu pilgrims during their journey to visit sacred sites such as Benares, Allahabad, and Gaya.The book is divided into chapters, each of which focuses on a specific aspect of the pilgrimage. Sherring discusses the history and significance of each holy place, the rituals and ceremonies performed by the pilgrims, and the various challenges they face during their journey. He also provides insights into the social and cultural aspects of Hinduism, as well as the impact of British colonialism on the religion and its followers.The Hindoo Pilgrims is an important work of scholarship that offers a unique perspective on the Hindu religion and its followers. Sherring's detailed observations and insights provide valuable information for anyone interested in the history and culture of India, as well as those studying the anthropology of religion. The book is a must-read for anyone seeking to understand the complexities of Hinduism and the experiences of its pilgrims.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.