Lord Jhulelal: An Analytical Study
by Thakkar Harish Gopalji | 2018 | 62,623 words
This thesis studies Lord Jhulelal, the most important deity revered by Sindhis in India and beyond. Traditional views hold Lord Jhulelal as an incarnation of Vedic Deity Varuna (the river God). Historically, Jhulelal is a binding force for the Sindhi community who had to leave Sindh during the partition of India in order to settle at distant places...
Part 18 - Economic Background
Dwelling in the land of Indus valley which was made fertile by the river Indus which brought prosperity, the Sindhis have always been peace-loving people. (Thakur 1959:14)
They can be described as merchants and traders and enterprising people. They are hardworking and have a great ability to adapt to any changing environment and social conditions, ready to accept a change in lifestyle. In spite of many adversities, they are not only ready to rise above the difficult situation but also show the world that they do not accept defeat in any situation.
Sindhi people have excellent business acumen. There would not be a field in business and commerce which is not touched by Sindhi entrepreneurs. They are ready to take the risk, ready to venture out anywhere in India wherever they find business prospects. They are found in large numbers outside India as well as practically in every continent and rather every nook and corner of the world.
Be it Metros and Capital cities of the nations or even remote places like Islands in the Pacific Ocean e.g. Malta, they have reached such faraway places and settled there carrying on their business activities for generations together.
They are ready to extend a helping hand to the needy people of their own community and even to the people outside their community. They are also involved in many philanthropic activities. They have many charitable trusts and they donate for the social cause generously, especially for health and education.