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Ritual in an Oscillating Universe
Worshipping Siva in Medieval India
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The book explores the intricate relationship between Saiva liturgy and the philosophical underpinnings of Saiva siddhanta, emphasizing the transformative power of daily worship. Richard Davis utilizes medieval Hindu texts to illustrate how rituals embody key themes of Saiva philosophy, such as cosmic cycles and the quest for liberation. By examining the practices of a twelfth-century worshiper, he reveals the interconnectedness of knowledge and action, highlighting the belief in a unified consciousness that shapes human experience and divine interaction.
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Ritual in an Oscillating Universe, Richard H. Davis
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- 2014
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- Title
- Ritual in an Oscillating Universe
- Subtitle
- Worshipping Siva in Medieval India
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Richard H. Davis
- Publisher
- Princeton University Press
- Released
- 2014
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 218
- ISBN13
- 9780691603087
- Category
- Esotericism and Religion
- Description
- The book explores the intricate relationship between Saiva liturgy and the philosophical underpinnings of Saiva siddhanta, emphasizing the transformative power of daily worship. Richard Davis utilizes medieval Hindu texts to illustrate how rituals embody key themes of Saiva philosophy, such as cosmic cycles and the quest for liberation. By examining the practices of a twelfth-century worshiper, he reveals the interconnectedness of knowledge and action, highlighting the belief in a unified consciousness that shapes human experience and divine interaction.