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Practical Theology

2002

India

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A Strategy For Evangelism Among The Bengali Folk Hindus Of Calcutta, Eric Kujur Jan 2002

A Strategy For Evangelism Among The Bengali Folk Hindus Of Calcutta, Eric Kujur

Professional Dissertations DMin

The purpose of this study was to develop a strategy to reach the unreached Bengali Folk Hindus of Calcutta. First, general information on the target group was presented. This included information on their lifestyle and traditional religious beliefs and practices. This is a large group of people who do not belong to the castes and do not enjoy the benefits of financial, educational, and political status. A brief review of what Roman Catholic and Protestant churches have done for the Folk Hindus of Calcutta, with their medical, educational, spiritual, and social services, helped us to understand the strengths and weaknesses …