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Origin Of The Durga Puja
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Author : Pratapachandra Ghosha
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1874
Origin Of The Durga Puja written by Pratapachandra Ghosha and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1874 with Durgā (Hindu deity) categories.
Origin Of The Durga Puja
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Author : Pratapachandra Ghosha
language : en
Publisher: Legare Street Press
Release Date : 2023-07-18
Origin Of The Durga Puja written by Pratapachandra Ghosha and has been published by Legare Street Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023-07-18 with categories.
This book explores the origins and significance of the Durga Puja festival, one of the most important religious events in the Hindu calendar. Drawing on a wide range of sources, including ancient texts, oral traditions, and contemporary scholarship, the author provides a detailed and nuanced understanding of this complex and multi-faceted festival. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Durga Puja
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Author : Sudeshna Banerjee
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2006
Durga Puja written by Sudeshna Banerjee and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2006 with Bengal (India) categories.
The book is an introduction to Durga Puja, the grandest festival ineastern India, a celebration that provides a glimpse into the richcultural heritage of Bengal. It is also a ready reckoner of all aspectsof the Puja-its mythical origins, its socio-cultural evolution, itseconomic ramifications and its elaborate rituals. Spiced up withanecdotes and trivia collected from journals and newspapers from the19th century to the present day, it is a compendiumof knowledge associated with the worship of theMother Goddess, one of the oldest surviving Hindutraditions.
Durga Puja In West Bengal
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Author : Vikash Dabriwal
language : en
Publisher: Independently Published
Release Date : 2023-09-25
Durga Puja In West Bengal written by Vikash Dabriwal and has been published by Independently Published this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023-09-25 with categories.
"Durga Puja in West Bengal: A Cultural Extravaganza" is a captivating exploration of the grand and vibrant festival of Durga Puja, deeply rooted in the culture and traditions of West Bengal. This cultural extravaganza celebrates the goddess Durga's triumph over evil with elaborate rituals, artistic creations, and enthusiastic community participation. The book delves into the historical origins and significance of Durga Puja, tracing its roots from ancient mythology to its modern-day splendor. It vividly describes the mesmerizing pandals (temporary structures) and idol decorations that transform Kolkata into a city of artistic marvels during the festival. Readers are immersed in the festival's ambiance through detailed accounts of the cultural programs, traditional dances, and musical performances that grace the pandals. The book also highlights the role of artisans, idol makers, and craftsmen whose intricate creations contribute to the festival's visual splendor. Furthermore, it sheds light on the social and community aspects of Durga Puja, emphasizing the bonds it fosters among Bengalis and its role as a unifying force for people of various backgrounds. The book also covers the mouthwatering Bengali cuisine that is an integral part of the festival, from sweets like rasgulla to savory street foods like phuchka. This cultural journey extends beyond West Bengal, examining the festival's global appeal and its influence on Indian diaspora communities worldwide. Additionally, it discusses the festival's contemporary adaptations, including eco-friendly initiatives and modern expressions of cultural identity. Overall, "Durga Puja in West Bengal: A Cultural Extravaganza" offers an immersive and informative glimpse into the heart of Durga Puja, celebrating its cultural richness and timeless significance in the lives of Bengalis and beyond. It captures the essence of this grand festival, where tradition and innovation coexist in harmony, creating an unforgettable cultural spectacle.
Durga Puja
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Author :
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1871
Durga Puja written by and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1871 with Durgā-pūjā (Hindu festival) categories.
The Making Of Goddess Durga In Bengal Art Heritage And The Public
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Author : Samir Kumar Das
language : en
Publisher: Springer Nature
Release Date : 2021-05-21
The Making Of Goddess Durga In Bengal Art Heritage And The Public written by Samir Kumar Das and has been published by Springer Nature this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-05-21 with Social Science categories.
This book examines the making of the Goddess Durga both as an art and as part of the intangible heritage of Bengal. As the ‘original site of production’ of unbaked clay idols of the Hindu Goddess Durga and other Gods and Goddesses, Kumartuli remains at the centre of such art and heritage. The art and heritage of Kumartuli have been facing challenges in a rapidly globalizing world that demands constant redefinition of ‘art’ with the invasion of market forces and migration of idol makers. As such, the book includes chapters on the evolution of idols, iconographic transformations, popular culture and how the public is constituted by the production and consumption of the works of art and heritage and finally the continuous shaping and reshaping of urban imaginaries and contestations over public space. It also investigates the caste group of Kumbhakars (Kumars or the idol makers), reflecting on the complex relation between inherited skill and artistry. Further, it explores how the social construction of art as ‘art’ introduces a tangled web of power asymmetries between ‘art’ and ‘craft’, between an ‘artist’ and an ‘artisan’, and between ‘appreciation’ and ‘consumption’, along with their implications for the articulation of market in particular and social relations in general. Since little has been written on this heritage hub beyond popular pamphlets, documents on town planning and travelogues, the book, written by authors from various fields, opens up cross-disciplinary conversations, situating itself at the interface between art history, sociology of aesthetics, politics and government, social history, cultural studies, social anthropology and archaeology. The book is aimed at a wide readership, including students, scholars, town planners, heritage preservationists, lawmakers and readers interested in heritage in general and Kumartuli in particular.
Ritual Worship Of The Great Goddess
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Author : Hillary Rodrigues
language : en
Publisher: State University of New York Press
Release Date : 2012-02-01
Ritual Worship Of The Great Goddess written by Hillary Rodrigues and has been published by State University of New York Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-02-01 with Social Science categories.
During a nine-day period every autumn, Hindus in India and throughout the world worship the Great Goddess, Durgā--the formidable deity who is loved like a mother. One of the most dramatic and popular of these celebrations is the Durgā Pūjā, a rite noted for its visual pageantry, ritual complexity, and communal participation. In this book, Hillary Peter Rodrigues describes the Bengali style of Durgā Pūjā practiced in the sacred city of Banaras from beginning to end. A romanization of the Sanskrit litany is included along with an English translation. In addition to the liturgical description, Rodrigues provides information on the rite's component elements and mythic aspects. There are interpretive sections on puja, the Great Goddess, women's roles in the ritual, and the socio-cultural functions of the ritual. Rodrigues maintains that the Durgā Pūjā is a rite of cosmic rejuvenation, of empowerment at both the personal and social levels, and a rite that orchestrates manifestations of the feminine, both Divine and human.
New Age Purohit Darpan Durga Puja
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Author : Kanai Mukherjee
language : en
Publisher: Association of Grandparents of Indian Immigrants
Release Date :
New Age Purohit Darpan Durga Puja written by Kanai Mukherjee and has been published by Association of Grandparents of Indian Immigrants this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on with categories.
This book is compiled with the goal of explaining the hidden history, significance, and meaning of the mantras used in common Hindu puja rituals performed by the Bengalis to the Bengali immigrants.
Image Makers Of Kumortuli And The Durga Puja Festival
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Author : Krishna Dutta
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2016
Image Makers Of Kumortuli And The Durga Puja Festival written by Krishna Dutta and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016 with Artisans categories.
The potter community of Kolkata, the kumors as they are colloquially known, are more than what the name suggests they are artists. Tangible images of deities that form the crux of Hindu worship, find shape in the hands of these artisans, who, with sheer dedication to the craft, have kept the tradition alive for generations. It is a fascinating experience to observe how clay, straw, bamboo and other ingredients bit by bit transforms into tactile human forms which are then infused with divinity through different rituals. Durga Puja, on the other hand, is not only the major religious festival of Bengal but has also evolved into a cultural extravaganza. From the point of view of sheer vastness and magnitude of organizational mobilization, it is comparable only to the global impact of Christmas. Through vivid photographs and absorbing text, the book captures Kolkata's spirit of artistic creativity and spiritual ecstasy, embodied in these ephemeral constructs of clay, straw and bamboo. It also sensitively documents Bengal's unique and most enduring cultural heritage of image worship. Contents: Introduction; Kumortuli; The Kumors; The Process of Idol-making; Chalchitra, Sholapith and the Changes; The Origin and the History of Durga Puja in Kolkata; Durga Puja; The Pandals; Stories of Durga, Parvati and Uma; The Myth of the Churning of the Ocean Some Aspects of Hindu Worship; The British Museum Durga Puja.
Durga Puja Handbook
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Author : SWAMI RAM CHARRAN
language : en
Publisher: Lulu.com
Release Date : 2011-03-30
Durga Puja Handbook written by SWAMI RAM CHARRAN and has been published by Lulu.com this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011-03-30 with categories.
In Vedic Sciences, the Sanskrit word Puja means honoring a force more powerful than you for inner gains. The word Durga is a Sanskrit word meaning Universal Motherhood and recognizing the power of the woman to give birth and make the universe exist continuously. In this book a simulated version of the Universe is constructed and a simulated trip is made to request the Goddess Durga to grant prosperous, happy and satisfactory life by rebirthing the performer and removing all that threatens his or her existence