Assamese Demonology

Assamese Demonology is a book by Benudhar Rajkhowa, first published in 1905, that provides a detailed look at the supernatural world of Assamese folklore and demonology. In this seminal work on Assamese myths and beliefs, Rajkhowa compiles traditional narratives of spirits, demons, hauntings, exorcisms, and incantations drawn from the oral culture of Assam in Northeast India. Written from the perspective of both a scholar and a cultural observer, the text explores how indigenous ghost lore and mythological beings have shaped local storytelling and spiritual practices.

Through chapters such as “An Account of Spirits,” “Incantations and the Expulsion of Spirits,” and a series of stories and appendices on haunted places and notable exorcists, Assamese Demonology offers an immersive journey into supernatural beings, spectral rituals, and the traditional folk beliefs that define Assam’s mystical heritage. Readers interested in folklore, cultural mythology, traditional beliefs, and spirit lore will find Rajkhowa’s book a valuable resource for understanding how Assamese demonology fits into larger South Asian supernatural studies. Whether you’re researching demons of Assam or curious about spirit classifications and folk rituals, the book’s detailed accounts enrich any exploration of tribal and regional mythology.

Benudhar Rajkhowa was not only an author but also a literary figure in Assamese culture, known for documenting various aspects of Assamese language, proverbs, folklore, and superstition. His work stands as one of the early efforts to record and interpret local mythic traditions in written form and remains a reference point for students of anthropological folklore and South Asian supernatural literature.