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Devdutt Pattanaik
ISBN 9789395073196
Rs. 798
Ebury Press
7 Secrets From Hindu Calendar Art
Who it's for: Readers interested in Hindu art and mythology
"7 Secrets From Hindu Calendar Art" by Devdutt Pattanaik explores the rich symbolism embedded in the familiar Hindu calendar art. Often seen as colourful and ubiquitous in Indian homes, these images of gods and goddesses represent a democratic evolution of mythological imagery, previously confined to temples and manuscripts. Pattanaik decodes these visual narratives, revealing the ancient wisdom and cultural significance they convey.Why You Should Read? Decipher the hidden meanings and narratives within common Hindu calendar art. Explore how mythological imagery evolved from temple walls to everyday homes. Access ancient Hindu wisdom through the insightful decoding of symbols by Devdutt Pattanaik. Appreciate the cultural and metaphysical depth of familiar religious visuals.
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- Explores symbolism in familiar Hindu calendar art
- Traces evolution from temples to homes
- Decodes visual narratives of gods and goddesses
- Reveals cultural and metaphysical depth
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Questions about this book
What is the book about?
It explores the rich symbolism in Hindu calendar art, decoding the visual narratives of gods and goddesses and revealing their cultural significance.
Who is the author?
Devdutt Pattanaik, a well-known author on Hindu mythology and symbolism.
What makes calendar art special?
It represents a democratic evolution of mythological imagery, moving from temples and manuscripts to everyday homes.
What will I learn from this book?
You'll learn to decipher hidden meanings in common calendar art and appreciate the ancient wisdom it conveys.