ANCIENT FUTURES (OIP)

Print length: 204 pages
Language: English
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Publication date: 1 May 1997

Name: ANCIENT FUTURES (OIP)
SKU: 9780195631968
Availability: InStock

SKU: 9780195631968

Original price was: ₹360.00.Current price is: ₹342.00.

Explore the unique cultural fusion of Christianity in Kerala with “ANCIENT FUTURES (OIP)”. This compelling book delves into the historical arrival of Christianity in AD 52 and its deep integration within the dominant Hindu regional culture. Discover how Christianity in Kerala has evolved, examining the interplay of time, space, architecture, and the body. The author intricately weaves together Hindu, Christian, and Syrian influences, creating a rich cultural tapestry. Uncover the complexities of Syrian Christian identity, the historical ‘church quarrel’ between Orthodox and Jacobite Syrians, and its impact on contemporary life. This insightful read also examines the profound significance of Syrian Christian ritual life, from birth to death, revealing them as vital theological and moral statements.

5 in stock

Category: History Tag: Helena Norberg-Hodge