Author: Arthur A. Perera
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 188
Book Description
"Sinhalese Folklore Notes, Ceylon" by Arthur A. Perera delves into the rich tapestry of Sinhalese folklore, offering readers a glimpse into the cultural heritage of Ceylon (now Sri Lanka). Perera's collection of folklore notes provides a valuable resource for those interested in the traditions, myths, and legends of this vibrant culture. With its insightful commentary and exploration of Ceylon's folk traditions, this book appeals to folklore enthusiasts and anyone seeking to better understand the cultural heritage of Sri Lanka.
Sinhalese Folklore Notes, Ceylon
Author: Arthur A. Perera
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 188
Book Description
"Sinhalese Folklore Notes, Ceylon" by Arthur A. Perera delves into the rich tapestry of Sinhalese folklore, offering readers a glimpse into the cultural heritage of Ceylon (now Sri Lanka). Perera's collection of folklore notes provides a valuable resource for those interested in the traditions, myths, and legends of this vibrant culture. With its insightful commentary and exploration of Ceylon's folk traditions, this book appeals to folklore enthusiasts and anyone seeking to better understand the cultural heritage of Sri Lanka.
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 188
Book Description
"Sinhalese Folklore Notes, Ceylon" by Arthur A. Perera delves into the rich tapestry of Sinhalese folklore, offering readers a glimpse into the cultural heritage of Ceylon (now Sri Lanka). Perera's collection of folklore notes provides a valuable resource for those interested in the traditions, myths, and legends of this vibrant culture. With its insightful commentary and exploration of Ceylon's folk traditions, this book appeals to folklore enthusiasts and anyone seeking to better understand the cultural heritage of Sri Lanka.
Sinhalese Folklore Notes
Author: Arthur A. Perera
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781504205320
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 86
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781504205320
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 86
Book Description
Sinhalese Folklore Notes
Author: Arthur A. Perera
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Folklore
Languages : en
Pages : 92
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Folklore
Languages : en
Pages : 92
Book Description
Sinhalese Folklore Notes
Author: Arthur A. Perera
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 100
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 100
Book Description
...Religions: Philosophy of Religion, Folk-lore, Ethnic Religions
Author: Newberry Library
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Folklore
Languages : en
Pages : 262
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Folklore
Languages : en
Pages : 262
Book Description
The Ceylon Antiquary and Literary Register
Author: John Penry Lewis
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Sri Lanka
Languages : en
Pages : 288
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Sri Lanka
Languages : en
Pages : 288
Book Description
Devas, Demons and Buddhist Cosmology in Sri Lanka
Author: Achala Gunasekara-Rockwell
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
ISBN: 1000630862
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 203
Book Description
This book examines the worship of devas and demons in Sri Lanka, illustrating how diverse influences interacted to create the Sinhala Buddhist cosmology. The work explains the processes by which apotheosis plays an important role in revitalizing that cosmology. The author offers an examination of holy sites associated with the worship of Hūniyam. These sacred spaces each have a unique background historically, and the ritualists associated with these sites have divergent understandings concerning Hūniyam. Building upon the examination of the temples, the book delves into the iconography of Hūniyam, illustrating his transformation from demon to deity in the manner that he is depicted in imagery associated with his worship. The book moves to a discussion of Aritṭ ạ Kivenḍu Perumāl, a South Indian adventurer, demonstrating the likelihood that he is the historical figure later apotheosized as Hūniyam. Sri Lankan society felt his impact so strongly that in death he became a demon in the Sinhala Buddhist cosmology. Finally, the book demonstrates that the same apotheosis processes are at work today. This book will be of interest to researchers and students engaged in the study of religion, anthropology, folklore, and history, specifically in the South Asian context.
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
ISBN: 1000630862
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 203
Book Description
This book examines the worship of devas and demons in Sri Lanka, illustrating how diverse influences interacted to create the Sinhala Buddhist cosmology. The work explains the processes by which apotheosis plays an important role in revitalizing that cosmology. The author offers an examination of holy sites associated with the worship of Hūniyam. These sacred spaces each have a unique background historically, and the ritualists associated with these sites have divergent understandings concerning Hūniyam. Building upon the examination of the temples, the book delves into the iconography of Hūniyam, illustrating his transformation from demon to deity in the manner that he is depicted in imagery associated with his worship. The book moves to a discussion of Aritṭ ạ Kivenḍu Perumāl, a South Indian adventurer, demonstrating the likelihood that he is the historical figure later apotheosized as Hūniyam. Sri Lankan society felt his impact so strongly that in death he became a demon in the Sinhala Buddhist cosmology. Finally, the book demonstrates that the same apotheosis processes are at work today. This book will be of interest to researchers and students engaged in the study of religion, anthropology, folklore, and history, specifically in the South Asian context.
Under the Bo Tree
Author: Nur Yalman
Publisher: Univ of California Press
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 426
Book Description
Publisher: Univ of California Press
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 426
Book Description
Oral Traditions of Southeast Asia and Oceania
Author: Herman C. Kemp
Publisher: Yayasan Obor Indonesia
ISBN: 9789794614839
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 718
Book Description
Publisher: Yayasan Obor Indonesia
ISBN: 9789794614839
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 718
Book Description
The Orientalist
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 538
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 538
Book Description