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This book examines the distinctive formation of Christianity in Nagaland,Northeast India, since 1947. It argues that an understanding of the history ofChristianity in the region can be found in its cultural milieu and the changingpolitical, social and religious environment.In Nagaland, almost 90 per cent of the population are Christians. This bookshows that segmentation as a cultural characteristic of Naga society inspiredboth unity and divisiveness in the Naga churches, which subsequently shapedthe beliefs and practices of the churches in the region. Using the methodologyof cultural history, the author examines ecclesiastical events and suggests thatthe history of Christianity should be examined in the light of its interactionwith its cultural context rather than as an isolated phenomenon. The bookdemonstrates that the ethnic status which the Christian faith assumed, theextent of its identification with the local culture, and the scope of the mission ofthe Naga churches as key stakeholders in society, offers a new angle on thehistory of Christianity in India.This book will be of interest to scholars and researchers of South Asian history,particularly those concerned with Northeast

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Author

Chongpongmeren Jamir

Publisher

Routledge

Published

2020

Language

EN

Category

nonfiction

Subjects

History, Indian History, Humanities