JOURNAL ARTICLE

The Rhythm of Hidden Religious Heritage: Dhol Puja of India's Hijra Community.

  • Published In: Review of Religious Research, 2024, v. 66, n. 3. P. 280 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Mal, Sibsankar; Mundu, Grace Bahalen 3 of 3

Abstract

This commentary focuses on the Dhol Puja, a traditional religious ritual practiced by the Hijras, a marginalized transgender community in India. The Dhol Puja involves the worship of the Dhol, a two-headed drum, during the Hindu festival of Kali Puja and serves as a sacred ceremony affirming the Hijras' unique cultural and religious identity. Rooted in reverence for the goddess Bahuchara Mata, the ritual includes tantric elements and symbolic offerings, fostering community cohesion and preserving ancestral traditions. The commentary highlights the importance of studying such practices to enhance understanding and inclusion of transgender religious experiences within broader Hinduism and religious research.

Additional Information

  • Source:Review of Religious Research. 2024/09, Vol. 66, Issue 3, p280
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Ethnic and Cultural Studies
  • Publication Date:2024
  • ISSN:0034-673X
  • DOI:10.1177/0034673X241251699
  • Accession Number:179068961
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