Description
Once Hindu: Now Christian is Baba Padmanji’s autobiographical account, titled Arunodaya (Ascent of the Sun), published in 1888. In this autobiography, Padmanji narrates his journey of conversion from Hinduism to Christianity in his early twenties, detailing the challenges and spiritual transformation he underwent. Born in 1831 in Belgaum, he was raised in a Konkani-Marathi family and initially followed Hindu traditions. His education at a Christian missionary school ignited his interest in Christianity, ultimately leading to his conversion. Padmanji’s autobiography sheds light on his internal conflict, religious awakening, and subsequent dedication to Christian reforms, becoming a key figure in Marathi Christian literature.
