Archaeology of Early Buddhism (Archaeology of Religion) (Paperback)
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Short Description for Archaeology of Early Buddhism Using archaeological work at Thotlakonda in Southern India as a lens in an examination of Buddhist monastic life, this title discovers the tension between the desired isolation of the monastery and the mutual engagement with neighbors in the Early Historic Period. It shows how archaeology can contribute to our understanding of religious practice.
Full description- Publisher: AltaMira Press,U.S.
- Published: 28 February 2006
- Format: Paperback 256 pages
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- Categories: Asian History | Archaeology | History Of Religion | Buddhism | Buddhist Worship, Rites & Ceremonies
- ISBN 13: 9780759107502 ISBN 10: 0759107505
- Sales rank: 861,100
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Full description for Archaeology of Early Buddhism
How do archaeologists explore the various dimensions of religion? Lars Fogelin uses archaeological work at Thotlakonda in Southern India as his lens in a broader examination of Buddhist monastic life. He discovers the tension between the desired isolation of the monastery and the mutual engagement with neighbors in the Early Historic Period. He also sketches how religious architectural design and use of landscape helped to shaped these relationships. Drawing on historical accounts, religious documents, and inscriptions, as well as results of his systematic archaeological survey, Fogelin is able to shed new light on the ritual and material workings of Early Buddhism in this region, and shows how archaeology can contribute to our understanding of religious practice.
