Guru in Indian Tradition Institutions, Icons and Relics
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| Author: | Nalini Rao |
| ISBN 13: | 9788173057366 |
| Binding: | Hardbound |
| Language: | English |
| Year: | 2026 |
| Pages: | 134pp., Colour illustrations, 23cm |
| Published On: | 6th December 2025 |
| Subject: | Philosophy and Religion/Hinduism |
About the Book
CONTENTS: Preface, Acknowledgements, List of Figures, 1. Introduction: The Guru and Vishwa Guru, 2. The Guru in Institutions, 3. Rise of Saiva Mathas, 4. Vedanta Mathas, 5. Guru in Icons, 6. The Guru in Relics, 7. Origins of the Icon/ Relic of the Guru, 8. Symbolic Significance of the Vrndavana, 9. Conclusion, Appendices:
Appendix 1: Lineage of Gurus in important Mathas, Appendix 2: Some Important Miracle Stories by Gurus, Glossary, Bibliography, Index.