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Greetings!
We continue with our issue on Indian Temple Architecture and explore some marvelous temples.
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Editor's Note:" This account by Nirodbaran was first published in Auroville Today, August 1992, and later reprinted in Mother India, Vol. XLVI, Issue 1, January 1993, pp. 33-38. The year 1992 must be kept in consideration when reading the description of the Matrimandir and its surroundings.
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Editor's Note: The magnificent Sun temple at Modhera, Gujarat, is a marvelous representative of Indiaās ceaseless creative spirit. But this was no ordinary urge to create. This was an inexhaustible vitality that constantly sought to express the deepest spiritual truth of life. When combined with a powerful intelligence, it reached for the harmony which was the hallmark of the spirit and rhythm of ancient Indian culture.
The Sun temple at Modhera is one of the most remarkable examples of rhythm and harmony carved in stone. Walk through it as you read the author's brief description of its history, design and more |
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Editor's Note: The author recounts her unforgettable visit to the magnificent temples at Halebidu and Belur, two prime examples of the great Hoysala temple architecture. Read and appreciate how Indian sacred architecture like all Indian art reveals its true meaning and spirit only when 'seen' it with an inner vision. |
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Editior's Note: This photo-essay takes the reader on a virtual walk-through of Sri Veerabhadra temple at Lepaskhi. The entire feature will be presented in 3 parts, 2 of which are included in the present issue. The first part focuses on the exterior of Veerabhadra temple, pointing out its magnificent architectural and sculptural beauty. The Part 2 takes the reader toward the interior of the mandir. |
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Editor's Note: Enjoy a photo-tour of Angkor Wat and Bayun in Cambodia. Indian rock-cut architecture had deeply influenced Khmer temple architecture. This was part of what Sri Aurobindo calls as "invasion of peace", towards the Far East and South East Asia. It saw the expansion of Indian culture, spirituality, art and thought-forces. |
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Editor's Note: The author points out that the temple design suggests and symbolizes the Universe. The site of a temple or town is laid out in relation to astrological observations. Every stone has its place in the cosmic design. |
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BhÄratShakti, Sri Aurobindo Society, is celebrating Mahashivaratri by organizing an online satsang on March 1. Join us for the celebration on Zoom.
Date: Saturday, March 1, 2025
Time: 4:30 PM
Meeting ID: 836 3540 4548
Passcode: 862323
All are welcome!
Please join 5 minutes before the start of the programme
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