Hindu customs,however minor and unpretentious they might be,all have a sound and solid base and background. As the Author says in the preface,"the customs and usages prevalent in the land are,in the opinion of the Hindus,as sacred as religion itself.' Customs in the Hindu tradition are essentially religious,but several are based on morality and general utility.In the Hindu pantheon,animals and plants are eminently sacred and are pla999999999ced on a high pedestal.Every custom is infused with the spirit of intense devotion. A highly popular book,this will give a good guidance to those interested in the south indian customes.
