The Lord Krsna abandoned his earthly mistresses who then spent their days of separation pining for his return. This powerful theme found expression not only in myth; but also in the devotion and poetry of a religious culture which evolved in South India. From the fifth century A.D. the Tamils absorbed many elements from the classical traditions of the North; such as yoga; temple worship and Krsna myths; and the results were unique blends of the two civilizations. Viraha-bhakti; as the author styles this type of Krsna religion; imbued the theme of separation with erotic and ecstatic features and evolved as one of the highlights of Indian religion and culture. The present work is a detailed study of the multifarious origins of Viraha-bhakti in South India and its developments up to the point at which it entered the pan-Indian scene. The study suggests a revision of the monolithic image of Indian religion implied in much scholarly literature. It differentiates a great variety of interacting traditions and milieux; and demonstrates the dynamism of Indian culture. By identifying a specific type of religion and reflecting on its significance; the author attempts; at the same time; to go beyond purely textual and historical considerations. Thus the book will be of interest to any student of Indian religion and culture.
#2088370 in Books 2010-01-10Original language:English; GermanPDF # 1 10.25 x .70 x 9.00l; .0 #File Name: 3952284904220 pages
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. great bookBy VERNON BEERi love this book a still reading it ; lots of 3d pics and photos ; would recomend to people who like epypt7 of 7 people found the following review helpful. Walking UNDER the pyrimids the sphinxBy spirited jeffRico Paganini is a true pioneer. Most of the 350 color photos photos in this amazing book are from Rico's camera as he was beneath the pyramids of Giza or visting sacred sites around the world. He is searching for our connection to the ancient races our history books don't acknowledge and Edgar Cayce; the "sleeping prophet" in the 1800's; was the first one to speak about. Cayce spoke about a room; during his many thousands of documented trance readings; that would someday be discovered under the paw of the sphinx and it's contents when revealed to the world would change our perspective on the history of civilization forever.Rico has been in search of that room and believes he has found it!I would recommend this book to anyone who has thrilled to watching the History Channel's Ancient Aliens series. This gives you a guidebook for all the tons of fascinating information that blew by you in that series. This gorgeous book also contains computer generated images that give you an idea what these undergroud chambers look like as well as where they are located undrground. Rico also astonishingly went under the pyramids on the QT w/o the sanction of the Egyptian govenment because he says most Egyptologists don't want people revealing facts that could lead to a rethinking of who in fact built the pyramids? Any digging that leads to facts that show Egypt as not being the civilization that built the pyramids is denied access to them according to Rico; so quiet explorations are the only place the truth can come out... but the Truth will come out.I feel Rico's book; "Giza Legacy" is such an important and physically beautiful book; being printed on high quality glossy paper it will make a beautiful edition to your library. I do hope the History Channel finds out about this book soon and sees how it makes a natural companion to their first Ancient Alien series.Yes this is a chunk of change to pay for a book; but you are also supporting someone who spent seven years traveling the world; hiding underground in dark caverns in order to bring this exciting perspective of a new world history that has the potenial to change the way we see our place in the world...forever! Yes; buy this book. Give this man support for his courage and willingness to reveal deeper Truth to the world in order to bring to light the greater Truth that still lies hidden from sight under the earth."May the Truth Come to Light" Rico Paganini. If you wish to know the Truth; here is your guide.5 of 5 people found the following review helpful. Giza Legacy a phenominal work; exquisite qualityBy BITEradio.meRico's book Giza Legacy is a phenomenal piece of work!! I have followed Egyptian lore of the pyramids and Giza for decades and Rico's book has now become my primary reference point for all questions Giza and the pyramids. The graphics; detail and quality of the book itself is amazing. Rico was a guest on my radio show and his enthusiasm about the topic is infectious! ~ Robert Sharpe; Founder of BITEradio.me; Host of the Mystical Cruise Show
