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9780791464151: Alternative Krishnas: Regional And Vernacular Variations On A Hindu Deity
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ISBN 10 : 0791464156 ISBN 13 : 9780791464151
Editeur : State University of New York Press, 2005

Synopsis

Going beyond the standard depictions of Krishna in the epics, this book uses regional and vernacular sources to present a wide range of Krishna traditions.

Krishna-widely venerated and adored in the Hindu tradition-is a deity of many aspects. An ancient manifestation of the Supreme God Vishnu, or the Godhead itself, Krishna is the bringer of Yoga philosophy and the creator of the universe, the destroyer of evil tyrants, and the hero of the epic Mahabharata. He is also described in classical Sanskrit texts as having human characteristics and enjoying very human pursuits: Krishna is the butter thief, cowherd, philanderer, and flute player. Yet even these playful depictions are based upon descriptions found in the Sanskrit canon, and mostly reflect familiar, classical Pan-Indian images.

In this book, contributors examine the alternative, or unconventional, Krishnas, offering examples from more localized Krishna traditions found in different regions among various ethnic groups, vernacular language traditions, and remote branches of Indian religions. These wide-ranging, alternative visions of Krishna include the Tantric Krishna of Bengal, Krishna in urban women's rituals, Krishna as monogamous husband and younger brother in Braj, Krishna in Jainism, Krishna in Marathi tradition, Krishna in South India, and the Krishna of nineteenth-century reformed Hinduism.

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À propos de l?auteur

Guy L. Beck is Lecturer in Religious Studies at Tulane University. His previous books include Sonic Liturgy: Ritual and Music in Hindu Traditions and Sacred Sound: Experiencing Music in World Religions.

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Éditeur
State University of New York Press
Date d'édition
2005
Langue
anglais
ISBN 10 
0791464156
ISBN 13 
9780791464151
Reliure
Relié
Nombre de pages
226
Éditeur
Beck Guy L.
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9780791464168: Alternative Krishnas: Regional and Vernacular Variations on a Hindu Deity

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ISBN 10 :  0791464164 ISBN 13 :  9780791464168
Editeur : State University of New York Press, 2006
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