Theory & Practice of Temple Architecture in Medieval India

Theory & Practice of Temple Architecture in Medieval India

Bhoja’s Samaranganasutradhara & The Bhojpur Line Drawing

By Adam Hardy

2014. ISBN 9789381406410, 29 cm., pp. xiv+307, 292 line drawings and colored photographs

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The book is about vatuvidya or architectural theory, the creation of temples, and the role of drawings as an indispensible bridge between the two. It focuses on two worls attributed to Bhoja, the legendary Paramara ruler of Malwa in the first half of the eleventh century. The first of these is his vastly ambitions, but unfinished, royal temple at Bhojpur, with its unique set of architectural drawings engraved in the surrounding rocks. These beautiful drawings, documented here for the first time, provide insights into construction processes and glimpses of hitherto unknown temple forms. They also hold the key to the intended design of the Bhojpur temple itself, which would have been by far the biggest Hindu temple in the world.

The other main focus of this study is Bhoja’s great compendium of architectural knowledge known as the Samaranganasutradhara, a project of comparable ambition to this temple. This famous Vastusastra was compiled at a moment when the classicl traditions of Indian architecture had blossomed into abundant maturity, and could be understood their diversity. The Samarangana’s treatment of Nagara, Dravida and Bhumija temples are covered here in detail, with Key chapters translated both into English and into drawings of the temple designs that the next encapsulates. As illustrated by numerous photographs, the text description types known among urviving monuments, as well as many others probably never built. Far from being a straightjacket and an impediment to growth, the text is revealed both as a framework and a stimulus to further creativity. This book will allow the reader to begin to understand the temple architecture of medieval India through the eyes of its creators.

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Manual of Universal Church History

Manual of Universal Church History

by Rev. John Alzog, D.D
ISBN: 9789351480006, Hardcover, 25 cm.,

pp. xvii+550, xiv+65, viii+533, viii+447 (4 Volumes Set), Reprint Price: RS. 8,550.00, US$ 158.33

About the book : This is a classical survey on the growth of the Christian Church and propagation of Christianity in Asia, Africa, Europe, Americas & Australasia; from A.D. 1 to A.D. 1878, encapsulated in 4 volumes. Although the survey is comparatively brief vis-à-vis the then existing Manuals on the subject, yet it provides the unique and in-depth exhibition of the basic foundation of ecclesiastical studies. This all-time classic is a product of Author’s broad & impartial investigation, extensive learning, immense & painstaking research; so as to dig out reliable information to cover each and every aspect of History of this genre. This exceptionally crafted work incorporates Religious Movements, Sects, Theological Science, Spiritual Life & Propagation, Beliefs, Charitable Societies; Political, Civilizational, Social & Cultural Events; Poetry, Scriptures, Art & Archaeology; Regional Studies; Biographies of Remarkable Men, etc., to provide a better view of this intriguing and panoramic History of the Church. The Author provides a handy tool for readers’ better understanding by giving quotations, references, footnotes, chronological tables, ecclesiastico-geographical maps, and a comprehensive list of the sources of information.

As a translation of the original German work, the translators have taken spe­­cial care to remove any ambiguity by frequently departing from the exact terminology of the original language and giving importance to Author’s ideas and intentions. While doing the same no passages of the original have been either altered or omitted, rather with additions, corrections, and amplifications the translators have put in every effort to make it an easy-to-read guide with intellectual substance.

This companion to the Church History exhibits Scientific & Historical Introductions to Christianity; explores influence of the Catholic and Protestant Missions that were carried out in various parts of the world aimed to convert the inhabitants to Christianity, and civilizing them. It also spells out the relationship between Catholics and Protestants. Lastly, it briefly gives an account of the events occurring from the Peace of Westphalia down to the then Modern Times.

This peerless presentation also includes General Index, Additions & Corrections, and Folded Maps (Coloured). The work is addressed as a textbook for Seminaries & Theological Colleges/Universities and for the departments of Theological/Religious Studies at the Universities, worldwide, for teachers and students alike; also a must read for Historians, Jurists, Statesmen, Artists, Philosophers, Christian Laity, Church Clergies, and Researchers.

This edition has been translated from the ninth and last German edition by Rev. F.J. Pabisch and Rev. Thomas S. Byrn.

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