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by Edavalikel Philipos (Author), G. B. Howard (Editor)
The Syrian Christians of Malabar, otherwise called the Christians of S. Thomas, is a book written by Philipos Edavalikel and published in 1869. The book provides a comprehensive account of the Syrian Christian community in Malabar, India, who trace their origins back to the arrival of St. Thomas the Apostle in India in the first century AD. The author begins by describing the history of the Syrian Christians, including their origins, their interactions with other communities in India, and their relationship with the Catholic Church. He then goes on to provide detailed information about the customs, traditions, and religious practices of the Syrian Christians, including their liturgy, sacraments, and ecclesiastical hierarchy.The book also includes chapters on the social and economic life of the Syrian Christians, including their caste system, marriage customs, and economic activities. The author also discusses the role of the Syrian Christians in the political and cultural life of Malabar, including their contributions to literature, art, and music.Overall, The Syrian Christians of Malabar provides a fascinating glimpse into the history and culture of one of India's oldest and most unique Christian communities. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of India, as well as for scholars and students of religion and anthropology.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.
