Mandalas and Yantras in the Hindu Tradition
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Although Tibetan mandalas are widely recognized, the use of patterned mandalas and yantras in rites of worship and magic in South Asia has received...
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Although Tibetan mandalas are widely recognized, the use of patterned mandalas and yantras in rites of worship and magic in South Asia has received much less attention. Bühnemann (languages and cultures of Asia, University of Wisconsin at Madison) explores the use of mandalas and yantras in the Smarta, Pancaratra, Saiva, and Sakta traditions of Hinduism. Both current and historical practices are covered, centering on practice in Maharasthra. A final essay departs from the general theme with a consideration of the use of the vastupurusamandala in the architectural ground-plans of temples.
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- Edition:2007
- Language:eng
- ISBN10:8124603987
- ISBN13:9788124603987
- kindle Asin:8124603987
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