Summary: The text delves into the detailed rituals and ceremonies of the Toda people, focusing on their dairy practices, including purification and sanctification of vessels and implements before use, as well as offerings and prayers performed by the dairy workers. Various ceremonies are described, such as the pepkaricha to ward off evil, rituals for calf births, and the act of giving salt to the buffaloes. The narrative also touches upon magical rites and methods used by sorcerers among the Todas, including incantations and spells for addressing misfortunes or ailments attributed to sorcery. The text notes the symbolic significance of each object and practice in the daily life of the Toda community, shedding light on the complex and rich cultural traditions of this indigenous group.