Folk Lore Notes. Vol. II—Konkan

"Folk Lore Notes. Vol. II—Konkan" by A. M. T. Jackson is a collection that examines the intertwined cultural and religious traditions of the Konkan people from the early 1900s. It serves as an exploration of the daily routines and the important rituals that are woven with the nature, deities and customs of the area. Jackson shines a light on beliefs and ceremonies, with special attention to the minor gods, seasonal celebrations, and how lower castes frequently lead the worship of local divinities connected to farming, wellness, and children. The book begins by describing daily rituals, like gifts to the Sun, sacred rivers, honored springs, and mythic events such as eclipses, creating a picture of deep cultural importance and the spiritual views of the Konkan society.