Opening Kailasanatha

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The Kailasanatha temple complex, built in the eighth century, serves as a vibrant intersection of warrior and ascetic ideals, showcasing stone figures facing north and sunlit deities facing south. Padma Kaimal explores the creators' intentions, emphasizing how the temple's design facilitates spiritual engagement and renunciation through its architecture and sculptures. By examining the interplay of light, shadow, and space, she reveals insights into ancient Indic worldviews and the Shaiva Siddhanta practices, allowing readers to connect with the spiritual journeys of the past.