💨 Abstract

The book "The Tamils: A Portrait of a Community" by Nirmala Lakshman explores the rich cultural, social, and historical identity of the Tamil community in India. It highlights religious syncretism in Tamil Nadu, where faiths coexist harmoniously, as seen in stories like Rous Peter's spiritual journey and Thulukka Nachiyar's worship as a Muslim goddess.

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