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Lord Jagannath and the Dynamics of Sacred Synthesis
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Series: Awakening the Soul, Book 5
Religion General BuddhismHinduism
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Publisher: Arun Kumar Khanda
Pages: 174
Weight: 0.46
Height: 0.40 Width: 5.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
A Historical, Philosophical, and Cultural Exploration of India's Most Inclusive Sacred Tradition
Who is Lord Jagannath?
Is He a tribal deity, Purushottama Vishnu, a Buddhist symbol, a Jain concept, a Tantric manifestation, or something far greater than any single definition?
Drawing upon years of dedicated research, Lord Jagannath and the Dynamics of Sacred Synthesis explores one of the most fascinating religious traditions in human history. This book reveals how the Jagannath tradition evolved through the interaction of tribal beliefs, Vedic religion, Vaishnavism, Shaivism, Shaktism, Jainism, Buddhism, Tantra, and popular folk practices, creating a unique spiritual culture that continues to inspire millions.
Rather than promoting a single theory, this work examines the many historical, philosophical, and cultural influences that shaped Jagannath Dharma and made Lord Jagannath a universal symbol of inclusiveness and spiritual harmony.
Inside This Book
- Historical evolution of Lord Jagannath and the Jagannath cult.
- Tribal roots and indigenous influences on Jagannath worship.
- Jain and Buddhist contributions to Jagannath culture.
- The concept of Śūnya (Void) and its philosophical significance.
- Tantric traditions, rituals, symbols, and sacred practices.
- Historical development of Balabhadra, Subhadra, and Sudarshana.
- The mystery of Goddess Subhadra and her multi-layered identity.
- Symbolism of Sri Sudarshana Chakra and the Neela Chakra.
- Puranic, literary, epigraphic, and temple-based evidence.
- The role of Jagannath as a symbol of cultural synthesis and spiritual unity.
Why This Book Matters
Lord Jagannath stands at the meeting point of multiple streams of Indian spirituality. His tradition demonstrates how diverse beliefs can coexist, interact, and enrich one another without losing their individual identities.
Based on temple chronicles, Puranic literature, inscriptions, Odia texts, oral traditions, and modern scholarship, this book presents a balanced study that respects both academic inquiry and devotional faith.
Ideal For
- Devotees of Lord Jagannath.
- Scholars and researchers of religion.
- Students of Indian history and culture.
- Readers interested in Hindu philosophy.
- Spiritual seekers exploring India's sacred traditions.
- Anyone interested in religious syncretism and cultural harmony.
A compelling exploration of history, faith, philosophy, and culture, this book invites readers to discover why Lord Jagannath remains one of the most powerful symbols of unity, inclusiveness, compassion, and spiritual transcendence in the Indian tradition.
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