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Phoni Monasha Dharma: An Introduction to Phonizim Among the Koch Rajbongshi Community
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ISBN10: 9391413854
ISBN13: 9789391413859
Publisher: Native Tribe
Published: Aug 6 2026
Pages: 192
Weight: 0.53
Height: 0.48 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
ISBN13: 9789391413859
Publisher: Native Tribe
Published: Aug 6 2026
Pages: 192
Weight: 0.53
Height: 0.48 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Preface
Chapter 1. Introduction (P 1-6)
Preface
- Author's Note
- Acknowledgements
- About the Authors
Chapter 1. Introduction (P 1-6)
- What is Phoni Monasha Dharma?
- Understanding the Term Phonizim
- Scope and Purpose of the Book
- Methodology
- Sources of Information
- Limitations of the Study
Chapter 2. The Koch Rajbongshi Community (P 7-13)
Chapter 3. Origin and Historical Development of Phoni Monasha Dharma (P 14-21)
Chapter 5. Theology of Phonizim (P 31-40)
Chapter 6. Philosophy of Phonizim (P 41-50)
Chapter 7. Cosmology of Phonizim (P 51-59)
Chapter 8. Sacred Narratives (P 60-68)
Chapter 9. Ritual System (P 69-78)
Chapter 10. Ethics of Phonizim (P 79-89)
Chapter 12. Religious Leadership (P 100-109)
Chapter 13. Community Identity (P 110-119)
Chapter 14. Phonizim in Comparative Perspective (P 120-130)
Chapter 15. Contemporary Issues and Future Directions (P 131-141)
Chapter 16. Conclusion (P 142-150)
Appendices
- Historical Background
- Ethnic Identity
- Language and Culture
- Traditional Social Organization
- Religious Diversity
Chapter 3. Origin and Historical Development of Phoni Monasha Dharma (P 14-21)
- Historical Background
- Oral Traditions
- Evolution of Worship
- Archaeological and Ethnographic Perspectives
- Contemporary Revival of Phonizim
- Botanical Description
- Indigenous Names
- Symbolic Meaning
- Sacred Status
- Comparison with Bathou Worship
- Sacred Plants in World Religions
Chapter 5. Theology of Phonizim (P 31-40)
- Concept of the Divine
- Phoni Monasha
- Divine Protection
- Nature as Sacred
- Humans and the Sacred
- Prayer and Worship
Chapter 6. Philosophy of Phonizim (P 41-50)
- Purpose of Human Life
- Harmony with Nature
- Mind (Mon) and Aspiration (Asha)
- Balance and Moderation
- Human Flourishing
Chapter 7. Cosmology of Phonizim (P 51-59)
- Creation
- Nature of Reality
- Human Beings
- Spiritual Realm
- Sacred Universe
Chapter 8. Sacred Narratives (P 60-68)
- Oral Traditions
- Legends of Phoni Monasha
- Chand Sadagar, Behula, and Lakhindar
- Symbolism
- Cultural Memory
Chapter 9. Ritual System (P 69-78)
- Household Worship
- Annual Festivals
- Phoni Monasha Puja
- Ritual Objects
- Sacred Offerings
- Songs, Dance, and Music
- Healing Rituals
Chapter 10. Ethics of Phonizim (P 79-89)
- Compassion
- Non-Injury
- Truthfulness
- Moderation
- One-Pointedness
- Respect for Elders
- Service to Humanity
- Family Values
- Community Ethics
- Ecological Worldview
- Sacred Plants
- Biodiversity
- Conservation
- Indigenous Environmental Ethics
- Sustainable Living
Chapter 12. Religious Leadership (P 100-109)
- Household Worship Leaders
- Community Elders
- Ritual Specialists
- Leadership Through Service
- Contemporary Developments
Chapter 13. Community Identity (P 110-119)
- Followers of Phonizim
- Cultural Identity
- Regional Variations
- Women and the Transmission of Tradition
- Indigenous Heritage
- Contemporary Challenges
Chapter 14. Phonizim in Comparative Perspective (P 120-130)
- Indigenous Religions
- Animism
- Nature-Based Spirituality
- Bathou Religion
- Ancient Iranian Religion (Zoroastrianism)
- Other Plant-Centred Religious Traditions
Chapter 15. Contemporary Issues and Future Directions (P 131-141)
- Documentation
- Preservation
- Academic Research
- Intangible Cultural Heritage
- Legal Recognition
- Challenges and Opportunities
Chapter 16. Conclusion (P 142-150)
- Summary of Major Themes
- Contribution to Indigenous Religious Studies
- Recommendations for Future Research
Appendices
- Glossary of Terms (P 151-157)
- Recommended Reading (P 158-162)
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