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India: A Sacred Geography
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In India: A Sacred Geography, Renowned Harvard Scholar Diana Eck Offers An Extraordinary Spiritual Journey Through The Pilgrimage Places Of The World'S Most Religiously Vibrant Culture And Reveals That It Is, In Fact, Through These Sacred Pilgrimages That Indias Very Sense Of Nation Has Emerged.No Matter Where One Goes In India, One Will Find A Landscape In Which Mountains, Rivers, Forests, And Villages Are Elaborately Linked To The Stories Of The Gods And Heroes Of Indian Culture. Every Place In This Vast Landscape Has Its Story, And Conversely, Every Story Of Hindu Myth And Legend Has Its Place. Likewise, These Places Are Inextricably Tied To One Anothernot Simply In The Past, But In The Presentthrough The Local, Regional, And Transregional Practices Of Pilgrimage.India: A Sacred Geography Tells The Story Of The Pilgrims India. In These Pages, Diana Eck Takes The Reader On An Extraordinary Spiritual Journey Through The Living Landscape Of This Fascinating Country Its Mountains, Rivers, And Seacoasts, Its Ancient And Powerful Temples And Shrines. Seeking To Fully Understand The Sacred Places Of Pilgrimage From The Ground Up, With Their Stories, Connections And Layers Of Meaning, She Acutely Examines Hindu Religious Ideas And Narratives And Shows How They Have Been Deeply Inscribed In The Land Itself. Ultimately, Eck Shows Us That From These Networks Of Pilgrimage Places, Indias Very Sense Of Region And Nation Has Emerged. This Is The Astonishing And Fascinating Picture Of A Land Linked For Centuries Not By The Power Of Kings And Governments, But By The Footsteps Of Pilgrims.India: A Sacred Geography Offers A Unique Perspective On India, Both As A Complex Religious Culture And As A Nation. Based On Her Extensive Knowledge And Her Many Decades Of Wideranging Travel And Research, Eck'S Piercing Insights And A Sweeping Grasp Of History Ensure That This Work Will Be In Demand For Many Years To Come.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'India: A Sacred Geography'? A: 'India: A Sacred Geography' explores the relationship between India's sacred pilgrimage sites and the formation of its national identity, highlighting how these spiritual journeys shape the culture and landscape of India.
- Q: Who is the author of 'India: A Sacred Geography'? A: The book is authored by Diana Eck, a renowned Harvard scholar known for her in-depth studies of religious practices in India.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'India: A Sacred Geography' is available in hardcover binding, which provides durability and a premium feel.
- Q: How many pages does 'India: A Sacred Geography' contain? A: The book consists of 576 pages, offering a comprehensive exploration of India's sacred geography.
- Q: When was 'India: A Sacred Geography' published? A: 'India: A Sacred Geography' was published on March 27, 2012.
- Q: What can readers expect to learn from this book? A: Readers can expect to gain insights into Hindu religious ideas, the significance of pilgrimage sites, and how these elements are interconnected within India's cultural landscape.
- Q: Is 'India: A Sacred Geography' suitable for academic study? A: Yes, the book is well-researched and offers valuable perspectives that make it suitable for academic study, particularly in religious studies and cultural geography.
- Q: What makes this book unique compared to other books on India? A: 'India: A Sacred Geography' uniquely combines spiritual narratives with geographical analysis, illustrating how pilgrimage practices shape both local and national identities in India.
- Q: Does the book include illustrations or maps? A: The details on illustrations or maps are not specified, but the focus is primarily on textual analysis and narrative rather than visual aids.
- Q: What audience would benefit from reading 'India: A Sacred Geography'? A: This book is ideal for readers interested in religious studies, Indian culture, history, and those looking to understand the interplay between spirituality and geography in India.