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Festivals of India

Chitra Ramaswamy

出版	New Age Books, 2007-10
主題	Religion / EasternSocial Science / Holidays (non-religious)
ISBN	81879678469788187967842
URL	http://books.google.com.hk/books?id=JFnYPQAACAAJ&hl=&source=gbs_api

註釋

India, the spirited land of mythological tales, of myriad Gods and Goddesses and innumerable beliefs, has evolved over centuries as a mystic land of festivals. There are festivals for all reasons and seasons: festivals to appease, thank and honour the various deities, to show gratitude to Mother nature, to celebrate harvest, to honour animals, extravaganza to ward off evil spirits, to herald the advent of spring and monsoon, and not least of all, the festivals that have sprung up in more recent decades, several of them thematic, to showcase the rich heritage and legacy of India. Whatever the name, wherever they are celebrated, the highpoint of every celebration is the spirit of joy, mirth and brotherhood.