King of Hunters, Warriors, and Shepherds: Essays on Khandoba By Gruntherdietz Sontheimer
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King of Hunters, Warriors, and Shepherds: Essays on Khandoba By Gruntherdietz Sontheimer

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Explore the multifaceted Khandoba, a revered folk deity of Maharashtra, in “King of Hunters, Warriors, and Shepherds.” Edited by Aditya Malik, Heidrun Bru00fcckner, and Anne Feldhaus, this collection of essays by renowned scholar Gu00fcnther-Dietz Sontheimer delves into Khandoba’s rich mythology, diverse devotees, and complex rituals. Discover his significance as a regional protector, warrior god, and pastoral deity. ISBN: 9788173040184

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  • ISBN-13: 9788173040184
  • Publisher: Manohar
  • Publisher Imprint: Manohar
  • ISBN-10: 8173040184
  • Publisher Date: 1997

19 reviews for King of Hunters, Warriors, and Shepherds: Essays on Khandoba By Gruntherdietz Sontheimer

  1. Rudransh Verma –

    Some parts were repetitive, but overall a good resource for understanding Khandoba.

  2. Harshit Lohumi –

    A mixed bag. Some essays were captivating, others were quite boring and very complex.

  3. Anil Sandhu –

    A bit too academic for my taste, but I learned a lot. The language used is very difficult.

  4. Aakanksha Singh –

    I appreciated the depth of research, but some essays were hard to follow.

  5. Ankita Phatak –

    Excellent scholarly work! It is very helpful for my research. Some images would be great.

  6. Piyush Kumar –

    An interesting, if sometimes dry, exploration of Khandoba. Worth the read if you have the patience.

  7. Prachi Manoj Ekhar –

    A must-read for anyone interested in Maharashtra’s religious traditions. Very in depth.

  8. Sundeep Kumar Baja –

    Dense but informative. It’s a good read for serious scholars of religion and culture.

  9. Rayan Sarkar –

    Enjoyed the exploration of Khandoba’s mythology. The writing style was not always engaging.

  10. Lohit Dayma –

    Sontheimer’s insights are invaluable. This book provides a great overview of Khandoba.

  11. Rohan Verma –

    A bit academic for a casual reader, but the information is valuable if you’re interested in Indian folklore.

  12. Abhishek Anand –

    A fascinating look at Khandoba! Sontheimer’s work is insightful, though some essays are a bit dense.

  13. Dev Shukla –

    Comprehensive and detailed. It provided great insights into Khandoba’s different roles.

  14. Jay Ishwarbhai Sadhu –

    Eye opening. Explains the importance of deities and their worship, in Maharashtra.

  15. Dev Randhir –

    Well written, though lengthy and complex. It took a while to finish it.

  16. Deba Kumar Narzary –

    An academic deep dive. A basic understanding of Hinduism would be required

  17. Mukul Singh –

    Fantastic! It explains the stories of Khandoba and regional deities.

  18. Nitin Aggarwal –

    Really enjoyed learning about this regional deity. The book could have used more visuals, though.

  19. Akash Kumar Choudhary –

    A valuable collection of essays. It sheds light on a relatively unknown deity.

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