Father Anthony Elenjimittam

Father Anthony Elenjimittam (1915-2011) was a Catholic priest, philosopher, social reformer and prolific writer from Kerala, India. A visionary thinker and follower of Gandhian ideals, he believed in national unity, interfaith dialogue and social justice. He was well-versed in philosophy, comparative religion and literature. His scholarly pursuits and deep interest in India's cultural heritage led him to study and interpret Hindu and Buddhist texts, authoring over fifty books on spirituality, ethics and nationalism.