Temples of Tamil Nadu
Author : C. Chandramouli
Publisher :
Page : 390 pages
File Size : 47,92 MB
Release : 2004
Category : Hindu temples
ISBN :
Kanchipuram
Author : P.V.L. Narasimha Rao
Publisher : Readworthy
Page : 138 pages
File Size : 18,55 MB
Release :
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9350181045
Book Description
This is a heritage book which takes readers on a spiritual voyage of legends, mythology, saints, temples and dynasties. It presents vignettes of India’s rich cultural background. As one of the seven mokshapuris (centers of salvation) and the nerve-centre of vedic schools, Kanchipuram has always been a role model. Adi Sankaracharya, brought religious renaissance in the country by providing a new meaning to sanatana dharma. He established the KanchiKamakotipeetham which continues to be a center of learning and devotion. The town is credited with having around one thousand temples at one time. While Pallava rulers built most of these temples, these were extensively renovated later by Cholan and Vijayanagara kings. Exhaustive Annexures about the various rules and dynasties are also provided. The book is amply illustrated with maps and photographs, which will be of great interest to general readers and to tourists and pilgrims in particular.
Famous Temples in Tamil Nadu
Author : Dr. Ramesh Pokhriyal 'Nishank'
Publisher : Diamond Pocket Books Pvt Ltd
Page : 142 pages
File Size : 15,10 MB
Release : 2023-01-31
Category : Religion
ISBN : 935684450X
Book Description
Frank Lloyd Wright, a famous American Architect wrote "Architecture is that great living creative spirit which from generation to generation, from age to age, proceeds, persists, creates, according to the nature of man, and his circumstances as they change. That is really architecture. As one of the oldest civilisations in existence, our nation proudly flaunts its wonderful temples and historic monuments. It is matter of great pride that our country houses architectural marvels from centuries ago. Basically temples can be considered as a contact between man and God. The msot wonderful part is that the rituals and ceremonies performed carried in the temples can be scientifically related to the temple architecture. Its amazing that even centuries ago our architecture was so much developed. Temples built thousands of year ago have a design based on sacred geometric diagrams (Mandala) -- symbolized as a miniscule image of the universe with its coordinated organized structure Tamil Nadu is well known for its magnificient temples and is populary known as 'land of temples' for its grand temples that are architectural masterpieces. With 30,000 plus temples constructed by rulers of different dynasties over the years temples of state of Tamil Nadu are standing testimony to the rich Dravidian art and culture with each one showcasing a distinctive wonderful style, built by Chola, Pallava, Nayak, Pandya and Vijaynagar rulers, who were great patrons of art and architecture.
The Finders
Author : Jeffery A. Martin
Publisher :
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 13,75 MB
Release : 2019-03-31
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9781572425569
Book Description
Most people live with an experience of the world that is rooted in fear, worry, and anxiety. This most commonly manifests is in a persistent feeling of discontentment. Something just doesn't feel quite right. Since 2006, our global scientific research project has been on the trail of the tiny fraction of the population that has escaped this fate.
The Truth about Spiritual Enlightenment
Author : Shanmugam P
Publisher :
Page : 235 pages
File Size : 31,88 MB
Release : 2017-11-22
Category :
ISBN : 9781973364542
Book Description
Spiritual enlightenment is becoming a buzzword. Enlightenment is a popular niche for people who write or read about self-help, meditation, healing, psychology and more. But do you really understand what enlightenment is? Is it some kind of altered state of consciousness, a solution to get high without drugs, a way to live life in 24/7 bliss, a myth or a complete scam? Is there any scientific basis to enlightenment or spiritual awakenings? This book has the answer for these questions.This book attempts to bridge spiritual teachings of Vedanta and Buddhism with science. It gives you a practical and reasonable path to end your suffering and live a peaceful, satisfied and happy life. Above all, it will help you to find your own way and follow your own light. The book will also introduce you to some important concepts in psychology, which are related to spiritual awakening.The concepts and solution presented in this book are based on the author's own experience. It also has a chapter that narrates author's own spiritual journey which led to a complete spiritual transformation. The book also has a separate chapter which talks about scientific research done on spiritual enlightenment.
SIVALOGANATHAR TEMPLE AT THIRUPUNGUR (TAMILNADU)
Author : Dr. A. KALYANASUNDARAM
Publisher : Lulu.com
Page : 80 pages
File Size : 42,29 MB
Release : 2019-11-07
Category : Education
ISBN : 0359910114
Book Description
As Thiruvalluvar says that the benefits of education is to surrender to the supreme power, temples are the holy places where devotees surrendering God.India is a land of shrines and more so in the south. There is not even a single village or town bereft of temples. The temple is a link between Man and God, between earthly life and the divine life, between the actual and the ideal.So this dissertation tries to do research about temples especially "Thiruppungur - Sri Sivaloganathar Temple" Studying particular temple leads to in-depth research. Thiruppungur is the seat of the famous temple dedicated to Sri Sivaloganathar. Sri Sivaloganathar temple is located at Thiruppungur in Sirkazhi Taluk of Nagai District.
The Seven Pagodas
Author : J. W. Coombes
Publisher : Asian Educational Services
Page : 130 pages
File Size : 12,3 MB
Release : 1999
Category : Art, Indic
ISBN : 9788120614246
Book Description
Description of Hindu monuments in Māmallapuram, India.
Tracing the Literary and Symbolic Significance of the Messenger through History
Author : Mohan Gopinath
Publisher : Cambridge Scholars Publishing
Page : 221 pages
File Size : 48,11 MB
Release : 2023-11-20
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 1527556131
Book Description
This book is a unique study of how the role of ‘the messenger’ has changed throughout history, starting from ancient times and ending with the person’s role today. The chapters include an analysis of the personal characteristics required by a messenger, the dangers they often have to face, especially in troubled times, and how they have the power to change the course of history because of their functions. The book analyses various types of messengers who were, and are still, significant, and ends by looking at how the role will continue to develop and change, taking technological advances into account. The book, in short, is unusual, captivating and will be of interest to an informed general readership and academics of various disciplines. Of particular interest will be the analysis the book provides of the messengers we send into space in search of life, and the potential messengers who will visit our planet in the future.
Pilgrimage to Temple Heritage 2015
Author : Infokerala Communications Pvt. Ltd.
Publisher : Info Kerala Communications Pvt Ltd
Page : 608 pages
File Size : 45,10 MB
Release : 2015-08-01
Category :
ISBN : 8192947017
Book Description
The verdant and beautiful Kerala, well known for its flora and fauna and for its rich tradition of temples, has today become one of the must see destinations in the world. Temples have always been an integral part of the culture and tradition of Kerala. This small state has become famous for its efforts to preserve the ancient culture of the big temples as well as the small family shrines, keeping their rich variety and tradition intact. These temples play an important role in spreading the greatness of Kerala in countries all over the world. Temples of Kerala have never been mere places of worship; they have played a pivotal role in the social, financial, cultural and educational fields of the state. For the rehabilitation of the poor and the deprived many schemes have been implemented by the temples like providing food and shelter to the needy. Today, if there is a great progress in the field of tourism, the temples have certainly contributed much to it. A large number of foreigners come to the state to study and understand Kerala’s traditional temple arts like Kathakali, Chakiarkoothu, Ottamthullal etc. On the happy occasion of bringing out this book, we have endeavored to include details of the prominent Ayyappan temples outside Kerala, along with those of the great temples within the state. The intention is to make this a comprehensive reference book for all well-known temples in India. May all our readers be blessed by the Almighty with peace, prosperity and good health.
TOURISM IN TAMIL NADU
Author : S. Subramania Pillai
Publisher : MJP Publisher
Page : 422 pages
File Size : 24,98 MB
Release : 2019-06-04
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN :
Book Description
1. Introduction, 2. Spiritual Heritage Tourist Centres in Tamil Nadu, 3. Cultural Heritage Tourist Centres in Tamil Nadu, 4. Natural Heritage Tourist Centres in Tamil Nadu, 5. Fairs, Festivals and Folk Entertainments in Tamil Nadu, 6. Tourism Plant Facilities in Tamil Nadu, 7. Conclusion and Suggestions. - PREFACE: “Tourism in Tamil Nadu - Growth and Development” is a captivating theme. Man has been fascinated by travel and tourism from the earliest historical period. He always has had the urge to discover the unknown, to explore new and strange places, to seek changes of environment and to undergo new experiences. Travelling to achieve these ends is not new, but tourism is of a relatively modern origin. Tourism is distinguishable by its mass character from the travel undertaken in the past. This is largely a post-second world war phenomenon. Until recently only affluent people participated in tourism. Increased leisure, higher incomes and greatly enhanced mobility have combined to enable more people to participate in Tourism. Revolution in transport, technological progress and the emergence of a middle class with time and money to spare for recreation, has led to the growth of tourism—”the modern holiday industry”. Thus tourism is no longer the prerogative of a few but is an accepted part of life of a large number of people. India is one of the oldest civilizations with a kaleidoscopic variety and rich cultural heritage. For centuries India has been a centre of attraction for different people for different reasons. The ancient invaders viewed it as a goldmine with unlimited wealth to plunder; the learned were fascinated by its mystic spiritualism and profound philosophy; the uninitiated saw it as a land of naked fakirs and snake charmers; while the others were simply charmed by the sheer beauty of its natural attractions and amazing variety of its flora and fauna.
