Christians Of St. Thomas And Their Liturgies (1864)

""The Christians of St. Thomas and Their Liturgies"" is a historical and anthropological book written by George Broadley Howard in 1864. The book explores the history and liturgical practices of the Christians of St. Thomas, who are believed to be one of the oldest Christian communities in the world. The author delves into the origins of this community, tracing their roots back to the arrival of St. Thomas the Apostle in India in the 1st century AD. Howard provides an in-depth analysis of the liturgical practices of this community, including their unique form of worship and their use of Syriac as a liturgical language. The book also explores the cultural and social aspects of the community, including their traditions, customs, and beliefs. The author provides a detailed account of the daily life of the Christians of St. Thomas, including their religious festivals, pilgrimages, and social practices. Overall, ""The Christians of St. Thomas and Their Liturgies"" offers a fascinating insight into the history and culture of one of the oldest Christian communities in the world. It is a valuable resource for historians, anthropologists, and anyone interested in the history of Christianity and the cultural diversity of the Indian subcontinent.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.