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Tilstand: Pent brukt - I god stand
Emne: Religion og teologi
Lives of Indian Images is a fascinating and original study of the religious, cultural, and historical significance of sacred images in India. In this highly regarded work, Richard H. Davis explores how Hindu statues and religious icons are not simply viewed as objects of art, but as living and active participants in spiritual and social life.
The book traces the “lives” of Indian sacred images through different historical periods, examining how they were worshipped, moved, stolen, protected, and sometimes destroyed during political and religious conflicts. Davis combines history, religion, anthropology, and art history to show how these images carried deep emotional and symbolic importance for communities across India.
One of the book’s greatest strengths is its ability to explain complex religious and historical ideas in a clear and engaging way. Rather than focusing only on theology, Davis also examines how sacred objects became connected to power, identity, colonialism, and cultural memory. The result is a rich and thought-provoking portrait of Indian religious traditions and the meanings attached to sacred art.
Lives of Indian Images is an important and insightful book for readers interested in Hinduism, religious studies, art history, South Asian culture, and anthropology. It offers a deeper understanding of how objects can shape spiritual life and cultural identity across centuries.
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Sist endret: 26.5.2026 kl. 17:43 ・ FINN-kode: 464999038
