Bathouism (also, Bathou) is the folk religion of the Boro people of Assam in Northeast India. The name (, five; , deep) in Boro means five principles. The five principles are: (air), (fire), (earth), (water) and (ether). The chief deity, called (: "the Elder")— omnipresent, omniscient and omnipotent— is said to have created the five principles. Though there are other minor gods and goddesses, Bathoubwrai is considered the Supreme God. Bathoubwrai is unseen. The second most important deity is , the daughter of Bathoubwrai, who is considered as the "protector of the rice fields".
Bathouism (also, Bathou) is the folk religion of the Boro people of Assam in Northeast India. The name (, five; , deep) in Boro means five principles. The five principles are: (air), (fire), (earth), (water) and (ether). The chief deity, called (: "the Elder")— omnipresent, omniscient and omnipotent— is said to have created the five principles. Though there are other minor gods and goddesses, Bathoubwrai is considered the Supreme God. Bathoubwrai is unseen. The second most important deity is , the daughter of Bathoubwrai, who is considered as the "protector of the rice fields".
== Evolution and Variations == Bathouism has evolved and adapted over time, shaped by various social, cultural, and historical factors. These influences have led to the emergence of different variants within Bathouism. While the core beliefs and principles remain largely the same, certain practices and rituals have undergone changes or have been interpreted differently among various branches. One significant factor influencing Bathouism has been its interaction with other religions and belief systems, such as Hinduism.
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