Establishing Significance of Astrolatry in Indian Context
Astrolatry, Astronomical heritage, Iconography, Navagraha, Nakshatra, Cauvery delta region
Astrolatry is the worship of stars and other heavenly bodies as deities, or the association of deities with heavenly bodies. The Planet and star worship is an ancient tradition which varies according to the region, beliefs and practices. In Hindu tradition, worship of celestial bodies dates back to Vedic period which are practiced till date. Astrolatry are manifested both tangible and intangible manner. The spatial arrangement, Architecture, Iconography, Iconometry and sacred elements associated with celestial bodies varies according to its geographical location and history of the place. In Tamil Nadu, majority of temples dedicated to Navagraha, and Nakshatras are located in Cauvery delta region. These are called Dosha nivarthi sthalam. These temples are dates back to medieval Cholas. This research paper aims at establishing significance of Astrolatry through case example.
"Establishing Significance of Astrolatry in Indian Context", IJSDR - International Journal of Scientific Development and Research (www.IJSDR.org), ISSN:2455-2631, Vol.8, Issue 8, page no.979 - 984, August-2023, Available :https://ijsdr.org/papers/IJSDR2308144.pdf
Volume 8
Issue 8,
August-2023
Pages : 979 - 984
Paper Reg. ID: IJSDR_208329
Published Paper Id: IJSDR2308144
Downloads: 000347262
Research Area: Other
Country: Pudukkottai, Tamil Nadu , India
ISSN: 2455-2631 | IMPACT FACTOR: 9.15 Calculated By Google Scholar | ESTD YEAR: 2016
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