Lectures on India

Lectures on India by Caleb Wright (d. 1869) is a series of informative talks aimed at educating Western audiences about the culture, religions, and social conditions of India during the 19th century. Delivered in a missionary context, the lectures highlight Hinduism, caste practices, and daily life, often contrasting them with Christian beliefs. Wright’s work reflects the evangelical zeal of the time, using India as both a subject of fascination and a field for religious reform, emphasizing the perceived need for Christian missionary intervention.