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A Priest’s Guide for the Great Festival Aghorasiva’s Mahotsavavidhi (South Asia Research)
0₹6,928.00Explore the profound rituals of ancient Siva worship with this pivotal translation of Aghorasiva’s guide to a nine-day Saiva temple festival. Delve into the core practices of Saiva Siddhanta, learning from a text central to devotional worship. This work is the first European translation of a medieval Sanskrit text on temple festivals, offering unparalleled insights into South Indian temple traditions and religious history. Essential for scholars, researchers, and enthusiasts of Indian religious practices and temple rituals. Discover the legacy of ancient Hindu festivals.
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Lives of Indian Images
0₹4,763.00Uncover the vibrant lives of Indian images, believed by millions to be alive in Hindu worship. This compelling study explores how sacred religious objects are brought to life through ancient temple rituals and continuous devotee interaction. Discover how these cherished items transcend their initial purpose, evolving into icons of sovereignty, art, or symbols of new meanings across centuries of Indian history. Essential reading for scholars of religious studies, Indian art, and cultural anthropology seeking to understand the dynamic relationship between devotion and material culture in India.
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Worshiping Siva in Medieval India: Ritual in an Oscillating Universe: v.22
0₹495.00Explore the intricate world of Saiva worship in medieval India with Richard H. Davis’s “Worshiping Siva in Medieval India: Ritual in an Oscillating Universe.” Delve into the Saiva siddhanta philosophy and understand how daily temple rituals embody the cosmic dance of emission and reabsorption. Discover the human path to liberation and the profound connection between humanity and the divine. This insightful book, published by The Bookish Owl, offers a deep dive into the Saiva worldview, revealing the intertwined relationship between knowledge and action in the pursuit of spiritual enlightenment. A must-read for scholars and anyone interested in Hinduism and Indian philosophy. ISBN: 9788120817470
