The Christians of Kerala: History, Belief and Ritual Among the Yakoba

This text is an attempt to understand the practice of Christianity in a small neighbourhood in Kerala, and argues that people's interpretations of Christianity constitute a powerful mode of cultural expression and societal flexibility. The author explores the relationship between Christianity and Hinduism by using the categories of time, space, architecture and the body, and examines the rich, cultural tapestry of Hindu, Christian and Indian life.