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This transcription, dated 1554, details the religious practices, social customs, and political structures of a 16th-century community in India. The document describes the consecration of churches, the performance of sacraments, and the roles of priests and the King. It also outlines unique rituals s...
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| Summary: | This transcription, dated 1554, details the religious practices, social customs, and political structures of a 16th-century community in India. The document describes the consecration of churches, the performance of sacraments, and the roles of priests and the King. It also outlines unique rituals such as the exorcism of demons and the preparation of the King for his coronation. The text includes information on marriage customs, including the practice of "Tigers" and the concept of "Camisas." Additionally, it discusses the conversion processes of Moors to Christianity and the interactions between Christian and Muslim communities. The document provides insights into the cultural exchanges and religious syncretism prevalent in the region during the late 16th century. Entry number 74 in catalogue "Jesuítas na Ásia" |
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