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ISSN Print: 2394-7500, ISSN Online: 2394-5869, CODEN: IJARPF

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Vol. 7, Issue 1, Part F (2021)

Paganism and religious practices in the novels of Thomas hardy: 1840-1928

Paganism and religious practices in the novels of Thomas hardy: 1840-1928

Author(s)
Dr. M Swamy
Abstract
Existence of a religion other than world religions. Beliefs and practices which were non-Christian in nature existed in the early years of England. Worshipping of nature and nature related objects by the heathens of Wessex region. The natives of Wessex believed in the witchcraft, ghosts, and omens of different kinds. Practicing rituals of bonfire, Maypolling, seasonal festivals and other ceremonies are the replica of paganism. The natives of the early 18th and 19th century practicing old fashioned customs and traditions of the Roman culture rather than Christian religion. Thomas Hardy has delineated those practices and beliefs which existed at the beginning of the Industrial revolution and the dawn of modern education in the interior part of England in his novels.
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Dr. M Swamy. Paganism and religious practices in the novels of Thomas hardy: 1840-1928. Int J Appl Res 2021;7(1):491-492.
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