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Tree and Serpent Worship

- Illustrations of Mythology and Art in India in the First and Fourth Centuries after Christ

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""Tree and Serpent Worship: Illustrations of Mythology and Art in India in the First and Fourth Centuries after Christ"" is a comprehensive book by James Fergusson that explores the ancient religious practices of India. Fergusson delves into the worship of trees and serpents, which were prominent in Indian mythology and art during the first and fourth centuries after Christ. The book provides detailed illustrations and descriptions of the various deities and symbols associated with these practices, as well as the historical and cultural contexts in which they were created. Fergusson also examines the influence of these practices on later Hindu and Buddhist traditions. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Indian history, religion, and art.1868. Contents: Western World; Eastern Asia; The Tope at Sanchi; The Tope at Amravati. Illustrated.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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  • Sprog:
  • Engelsk
  • ISBN:
  • 9781163202425
  • Indbinding:
  • Hardback
  • Sideantal:
  • 366
  • Udgivet:
  • 10. september 2010
  • Størrelse:
  • 152x229x24 mm.
  • Vægt:
  • 703 g.
  • 2-3 uger.
  • 11. december 2024
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""Tree and Serpent Worship: Illustrations of Mythology and Art in India in the First and Fourth Centuries after Christ"" is a comprehensive book by James Fergusson that explores the ancient religious practices of India. Fergusson delves into the worship of trees and serpents, which were prominent in Indian mythology and art during the first and fourth centuries after Christ. The book provides detailed illustrations and descriptions of the various deities and symbols associated with these practices, as well as the historical and cultural contexts in which they were created. Fergusson also examines the influence of these practices on later Hindu and Buddhist traditions. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Indian history, religion, and art.1868. Contents: Western World; Eastern Asia; The Tope at Sanchi; The Tope at Amravati. Illustrated.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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