The Anthropology of Newar Ritual, Religion and Society in Nepal
Hardback
Publication Date: 15/05/2012
This book presents a detailed view of Newar society and culture, and its socio-economic, socio-religious and ritual aspects, concentrating on the Newar town of Sankhu in the Valley of Nepal. The foundation of the town of Sankhu is attributed to the goddess Vajrayogini, venerated by both Buddhists and Hindus in Nepal and beyond. Myths, history, and topographical details of the town and the sanctuary of the goddess Vajrayogini and her cult are discussed on the basis of published sources, unpublished chronicles, and inscriptions.The book deals with the relation between Hinduism and Buddhism, with the interrelations between the Newar castes (jat), caste-bound associations (si guthi), and above all with the numerous socio-religious associations (guthi) that uphold ritual life of the Newars. All major and minor Newar feasts, festivals, dances, fasts and processions of gods and goddesses are discussed.
- ISBN:
- 9781443837705
- 9781443837705
- Category:
- Social & cultural anthropology
- Format:
- Hardback
- Publication Date:
- 15-05-2012
- Language:
- English
- Publisher:
- Cambridge Scholars Publishing
- Country of origin:
- United Kingdom
- Pages:
- 635
- Dimensions (mm):
- 212x148mm
- Weight:
- 0.54kg
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