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Hindu Goddesses : Visions of the Divine Feminine in the Hindu Religious Tradition by David Kinsley (1988, Trade Paperback)
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"Hindu Goddesses: Visions of the Divine Feminine in the Hindu Religious Tradition" by David Kinsley is a scholarly book published by University of California Press in 1988. This trade paperback, 281-page book delves into the role of goddesses in Hinduism, exploring their significance in theology and general religious practices. Illustrated with visual representations of the divine feminine, this book offers a deeper understanding of the cultural and spiritual significance of Hindu goddesses within the tradition. It is a valuable resource for those interested in the religion and mythology of Hinduism.
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Product Identifiers
PublisherUniversity of California Press
ISBN-100520063392
ISBN-139780520063396
eBay Product ID (ePID)948877
Product Key Features
Book TitleHindu Goddesses : Visions of the Divine Feminine in the Hindu Religious Tradition
Number of Pages281 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year1988
TopicHinduism / Theology, Hinduism / General
IllustratorYes
GenreReligion
AuthorDavid Kinsley
Book SeriesHermeneutics: Studies in the History of Religions Ser.
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.1 in
Item Weight14.4 Oz
Item Length0.9 in
Item Width0.7 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN84-028000
Dewey Edition21
Series Volume Number12
Dewey Decimal294.5/2114
Table Of ContentPreface to the 1997 Printing Introduction 1. Goddesses in Vedic literature Usas Prthivl Aditi Sarasvatl Vac Nirrti Ratri Minor Vedic Goddesses Conclusion 2. Sri-Lak~mi The Early History of Sri-Lak~ml Sri-Lak~ml in Later Hinduism Sri-Lak~ml in the Pancaratra and Sri Vai~r;tava Schools The Worship of Sri-Laksmi 3. Parvatl Early References to Parvatl The Mythology of Sati The Mythology of Parvatl Tension and Resolution Devotion and Grace 4. Sarasvati Sarasvati as a River Sarasvati in Later Hinduism 5. Sila The Early History of Slta Kings and the Fertility of the Earth The Ideal Wife Ideal Devotee and Intermediary 6. Radha The Early History of Radha The Gop!Tradition Radha as Belonging to Another (Paraklya) Radha as Belonging to Kn*Da (Svak!ya) 7. Durga The Warrior Goddess The Worship of Durga 8. Kall Early History The Later History and the Significance of Kall 9. The Mahadevl Central Theological and Philosophical Characteristics Mythological Characteristics and Functions Auspicious and Terrible Forms 10. The Matrkas The Early History of the Matrkas The Matrkas in the Later Tradition 11. Tara, Chinnamasta, and the Mahavidyas The Mahavidyas Tara Chinnamasta 12. Goddesses and Sacred Geography Earth as a Goddess/ India as a Goddess The Sakta Ptthas The Ganges and the Sacrality of Rivers 13. Village Goddesses The Local Rootedness of the Village Goddesses Mythological Themes Festivals Death, Disease, and Ambivalence Appendix: The Indus Valley Civilization Notes Bibliography Index
SynopsisGoddess worship has long been a significant aspect of Hinduism. In this book David Kinsley, author of The Sword and the Flute-Kali & Krsna: Dark Visions of the Terrible and the Sublime in Hindu Mythology , sorts out the rich yet often chaotic history of Hindu goddess worship.
