The Archaeology of Sacred Spaces

The Archaeology of Sacred Spaces The Temple in Western India, 2nd Century BCE-8Th Century CE - Archaeology and Religion in South Asia

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Publisher's Synopsis

This volume focuses on the religious shrine in western India as an institution of cultural integration in the period spanning 200 BCE to 800 CE. It presents an analysis of religious architecture at multiple levels, both temporal and spatial, and distinguishes it as a ritual instrument that integrates individuals and communities into a cultural fabric. The work shows how these structures emphasise on communication with a host of audiences such as the lay worshipper, the ritual specialist, the royalty and the elite as well as the artisan and the sculptor. It also examines religious imagery, inscriptions, traditional lore and Sanskrit literature.

The book will be of special interest to researchers and scholars of ancient Indian history, Hinduism, religious studies, architecture and South Asian studies.

Book information

ISBN: 9781138679207
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
Imprint: Routledge India
Pub date:
DEWEY: 726.109547
DEWEY edition: 23
Language: English
Weight: 478g
Height: 148mm
Width: 226mm
Spine width: 22mm