Book Description
Explores initiation rites, wedding feasts, harvest celebrations, religious rituals, and many other customs used around the world to mark all kinds of special occasions.
Author : Robert R. Ingpen
Publisher :
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 17,53 MB
Release : 1996
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9780816034796
Explores initiation rites, wedding feasts, harvest celebrations, religious rituals, and many other customs used around the world to mark all kinds of special occasions.
Author : Gabriel Horn
Publisher : New World Library
Page : 258 pages
File Size : 37,71 MB
Release : 2011-02-08
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 1577319893
Within these pages, celebrated Native American writer Gabriel Horn weaves a hauntingly beautiful tapestry of traditional stories, songs, and prayers that highlight the sacred Native way of life. Interwoven throughout this visionary work are detailed ceremonies and rituals for: Marriage, Pregnancy, Birth, Greeting the Day, Death Divorce, Presenting an Infant to the Sun, Dreams and Visions Solstice and Equinox, Healing, and more... The Book of Ceremonies is filled with the heartfelt words of a powerful writer and the original illustrations of Carises Horn, a talented young artist. All of us who live on this sacred land will enjoy and treasure this beautiful book. Celebrated Native American writer Gabriel Horn weaves a beautiful tapestry of stories and short pieces that show us the sacred Native way of life. The writing is beautiful and emotional throughout. It is the work of a talented writer who has walked the native path for years, and is able to show us the native way in all aspects of life. The Book of Ceremonies offers clear explanations of a wide variety of ceremonies.
Author : Jean Antoine Dubois
Publisher :
Page : 782 pages
File Size : 48,27 MB
Release : 1906
Category : Hinduism
ISBN :
For 30 years the author, a French missionary, lived among the Hindus, adopting their dress and customs and studying their social and religious institutions. The English government found this account of the results of his observations valuable enough to translate and publish it for the use of officials and oriental students.
Author : Prem P. Bhalla
Publisher : Pustak Mahal
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 21,31 MB
Release : 2006
Category : Hinduism
ISBN : 812230902X
Rites, rituals and customs play a major role in the life of every person, irrespective of religious affiliations.Right from the time of birth, till a person's passing away and even after it, rites and rituals follow a Hindu, much like a shadow. This book outlines all these practices from the sunrise to the sunset years. It makes for an enlightening reading for Hindus as well as non-Hindus.
Author : Jennifer Laing
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 417 pages
File Size : 14,48 MB
Release : 2014-10-30
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 1134593201
Many events have evolved over centuries, drawing on local customs and conditions. However, as the world becomes increasingly globalised, traditional events and the identities they support are increasingly being challenged and rituals may be lost. Reacting against this trend towards homogeneity, communities strive to preserve and even recreate their traditional events, which may require rituals to be resurrected or reinvented for a new audience. The aim of this book is to explore the role of traditional events and rituals in the modern world. The 16 chapters cover a range of case studies of the performance of ritual through events, including their historical antecedents and development over time, as well as their role in society, link with identities both seemingly fixed and fluid and their continued relevance. The cases examined are not museum pieces, but rather vibrant festivals and events that continue to persist. Drawing on the power of history and cultural tradition, they are manifestations of heritage, existing in three temporalities: celebrating the past, occurring in the present and aiming to continue into and influence the future. Iconic events including Chinese New Year, Hogmanay and the New Orleans Mardi Gras are examined and examples are drawn from a diverse range of countries such as South Korea, China, Laos, the United States, Scotland, Italy, India and Haiti. This volume provides a deep understanding upon the role of tradition and ritual within events, from a global perspective and will be valuable reading for students, researchers and academics interested in events, heritage and culture.
Author :
Publisher :
Page : 494 pages
File Size : 35,2 MB
Release : 1731
Category : Costume
ISBN :
Author : Tiziana Baldizzone
Publisher : Flammarion-Pere Castor
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 14,89 MB
Release : 2001
Category : Marriage customs and rites
ISBN : 9782080106995
A pictorial look at the customs, rituals, ceremonies, and celebrations related to marriage in various cultures around the world.
Author : Eleni N. Gage
Publisher : Clarkson Potter
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 45,48 MB
Release : 2018-12-11
Category : Reference
ISBN : 0525573917
Every engaged couple wants two things: a meaningful wedding and a lifetime of happiness. This great gift book is a cross-cultural collection of marriage folklore that will help you achieve both. Create your own lucky traditions with nods to each other’s heritage, customs from places you’ve visited together, and auspicious rituals that just feel special. Whether you are just engaged or you’re days away from tying the knot, you’ll gain insight every step of the way. With this book as your guide, you can make your own luck in love.
Author : K V Singh
Publisher : Penguin UK
Page : 220 pages
File Size : 42,87 MB
Release : 2015-11-25
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9385890042
Why is the tulsi considered sacred? What is the significance of namaste? Why do Hindus light a lamp before performing a ritual? Why is it forbidden to sleep facing the south? Why do Hindus chant 'shanti' three times after performing a rite? Millions of Hindus the world over grow up observing rites, rituals and religious practices that lie at the heart of Hinduism, but which they don't know the significance of. Often the age-old customs, whose relevance is lost to modern times, are dismissed as meaningless superstitions. The truth, however, is that these practices reveal the philosophical and scientific approach to life that has characterized Hindu thought since ancient times; it is important to revive their original meanings today. This handy book tells the fascinating stories and explains the science behind the Hindu rites and rituals that we sometimes follow blindly. It is essential reading for anyone interested in India's cultural tradition.
Author : Jacky Howell
Publisher : National Association of Education of Young Children
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 42,41 MB
Release : 2015
Category : Early childhood education
ISBN : 9781938113161
Rituals and traditions in preschool programs have the power to - Connect children, families, and staff - Foster a sense of belonging - Create a positive learning environment The information in this book answers the questions of why rituals and traditions are important and how teachers can incorporate them into their daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly plans to create a supportive, caring community.