Author Archives: Dan Larson

I have one more blog entry assigned to me and I believe I’m the last one who needs to post, so this could be the end of the SJPD blog. I’d like to use this opportunity to say goodbye and … Continue reading →

On December 6th we visited Vindhyagiri or “big hill” in Shravana Belgola. This the home the truly giant monolithic statue of Bahubali. Bahubali was a great Jain king who eventually obtained enlightenment. The statue was truly awe inspiring and is … Continue reading →

Dalits, sometimes called untouchables, are the worst affected by the caste system. They are a broad group of people who are considered outside of the caste system. They make up 60% of India’s population. Among the Dalits, 62% are illiterate … Continue reading →

I wrote this post September 12, last monday. It was SJPD’s first full day in Wayanad and it covers some of my first impressions of the region. Some great posts have already been uploaded about our experiences in Wayanad. I just wanted … Continue reading →