{"product_id":"budha-baba-swati-bisht-9798314527726","title":"Budha Baba: The Ancestral Spirit of the Oraon Community","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBudha Baba: The Ancestral Spirit of the Oraon Community\u003c\/b\u003e is a captivating exploration of the spiritual and cultural heritage of the Oraon people, one of India's prominent indigenous tribes. At the heart of their faith lies Budha Baba, the revered ancestral spirit who serves as their protector, guide, and divine connection to past generations. This book delves into the \u003cb\u003eorigins, myths, and sacred legends\u003c\/b\u003e surrounding Budha Baba, revealing how he continues to influence the daily lives, moral values, and rituals of the Oraon community.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThrough detailed narratives and ethnographic research, the book unravels the \u003cb\u003eintricate web of ancestor worship, shamanic traditions, and annual festivals\u003c\/b\u003e that define Oraon spirituality. From the grand celebrations of \u003cb\u003eSarhul and Karam\u003c\/b\u003e to the deeply mystical role of \u003cb\u003eshamans (Pahans and Pujaris)\u003c\/b\u003e, readers are taken on an immersive journey into the Oraon world, where nature, spirits, and community coexist in harmony.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe book also examines the \u003cb\u003echallenges posed by modernization, urban migration, and religious shifts\u003c\/b\u003e, exploring how the Oraon people strive to keep their faith alive in contemporary times. With a focus on preservation efforts, oral traditions, and revival movements, \u003cb\u003eBudha Baba: The Ancestral Spirit of the Oraon Community\u003c\/b\u003e highlights the resilience of indigenous spirituality.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA blend of history, mythology, and cultural anthropology, this book is an essential read for anyone interested in \u003cb\u003etribal religions, folklore, and India's rich Adivasi traditions\u003c\/b\u003e. It is a tribute to the Oraon people's unwavering faith in their ancestors and the sacred bond that connects them across generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Swati Bisht\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798314527726\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 03\/18\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 86\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.49lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.18d","brand":"Swati Bisht","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":47072231620863,"sku":"9798314527726","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_4d4073d6-2cc3-4986-8122-772634adeff7.jpg?v=1753416184","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/budha-baba-swati-bisht-9798314527726","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}