Articles on Śiva Worship
The Divine Triad: Gaṅgā, Śiva, and Royal Identity in Gaṅgādharamūrti Iconography
By Aarti Iyer · Journal of Indian History and Culture, 2023
The article explores the symbolic amalgamation of the sacred river Gaṅgā, Lord Śiva, and South Indian rulers through the iconography of Gaṅgādhara. It highlights the river’s spiritual significance in Hindu theology as a purifier and life-giver, central to…
Central and Western Indian Historical Testimonies on Early Medieval Śaivism
By Surabhi Srivastava, Shakuntala Misra · Journal of Indian History and Culture, 2021
The article examines the prominence of Śaivism in Central and Western India during the early medieval period (8th–12th centuries CE), analyzing historical records from dynasties like the Gurjara-Pratīhāras, Paramāras, and Chaulukyas. It highlights the worship…
Central and Western Indian Historical Testimonies on Early Medieval Śaivism
By Surabhi Srivastava, Shakuntala Misra · Journal of Indian History and Culture, 2021
The article examines the prominence of Śaivism in Central and Western India during the 8th to 12th centuries, analyzing historical records from dynasties like the Gurjara-Pratīhāras, Paramāras, and Chaulukyas. It highlights the worship of Śiva under various…