The Churuk Puja or Swinging Ceremony, India, 19th century.Artist: JJ Crew

The Churuk Puja or Swinging Ceremony, India, 19th century.Artist: JJ Crew

1-149-519 - The Print Collector/Heritage Images

The Churuk Puja or Swinging Ceremony, India, 19th century. Hindus swing on the ends of ropes attached by hooks through their skin. A contemporary source describes this activity as a Species of Penance Practised at the Festival of Goddess Bhavani.


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People Information

Creator
  1. JJ Crew, attributed to: (British?): Artist

Medium
  1. Engraving

Category Hierarchy

Religion & Belief Hinduism

Locations & Buildings Other

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Digital Image Size

Pixel Dimensions (W x H) : 5059x3432
File Size : 50,867kb


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  1. 0580001518
  1. 1-149-519
  1. 1149519
  1. 1518

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