Renovating Bhairav: Fierce Gods, Divine Agency, and Local Power in Kathmandu

Renovating Bhairav: Fierce Gods, Divine Agency, and Local Power in Kathmandu

The construction and renovation of the Hindu temple Bhairav in Katmandu and its significance to Hindu culture and religious practice are examined. The text of the Bhairav's narrative is also examined and probed.

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Veröffentlicht in:International journal of Hindu studies 2009-04, Vol.13 (1), p.25-49
1. Verfasser: Baltutis, Michael C.
Format: Artikel
Sprache:eng
Schlagworte:
Asian History
Culture
Deities
Divinity
Festivals
Hinduism
Hindus
Krishna
Mosques & temples
Narratives
Non-Western Philosophy
Philosophy of Religion
Phonemes
Religion and Philosophy
Religious festivals
Religious rituals
Religious Studies
Renovations
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Zusammenfassung:The construction and renovation of the Hindu temple Bhairav in Katmandu and its significance to Hindu culture and religious practice are examined. The text of the Bhairav's narrative is also examined and probed.
ISSN:1022-4556
1574-9282
DOI:10.1007/s11407-009-9068-1