The Goddess and the Sun in Indian Myth

Power, Preservation and Mirrored Māhātmyas in the Mārkaṇḍeya Purāṇa

Autori

• Raj Balkaran

Parametri

• 172 pagine
• 7 ore di lettura

• Esoterismo e religione
• Filosofia
• Geografia & Topografia
• Mappe e viaggi
• Storia

Maggiori informazioni sul libro

The book explores the ideological ecosystem present in the Markä eya Puräa, emphasizing the promotion of worldly values. It highlights key figures such as Indian kings, the Goddess Devi, the Sun Surya, Manu, and Markä eya, portraying them as exemplars of these values. Through this lens, the text delves into the interplay between spirituality and earthly authority within the narrative, offering insights into the cultural and philosophical underpinnings of the Puräa.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2022

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