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the Week of Proper 26 / Ordinary 31
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Gosains (or Goswami)
Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature
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Gosains (or Goswami)
are the Hindu priests of Eklinga, in Rajasthan. They all wear a crescent in the forehead — the distinguishing mark of the faith of Siva. It is not uncommon to find Gosains, who have made a vow of celibacy, following secular pursuits, such as the mercantile and military professions. Some of these are among the richest merchants of India, while the soldiers possess lands, and beg or serve for pay when called upon.
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McClintock, John. Strong, James. Entry for 'Gosains (or Goswami)'. Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature. https://www.studylight.org/encyclopedias/eng/tce/g/gosains-or-goswami.html. Harper & Brothers. New York. 1870.
McClintock, John. Strong, James. Entry for 'Gosains (or Goswami)'. Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature. https://www.studylight.org/encyclopedias/eng/tce/g/gosains-or-goswami.html. Harper & Brothers. New York. 1870.
