The Temple by John M Lundquist

The Temple by John M Lundquist

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The idea of the temple is central to all religons. The place of ritual and initiation, the pillar joining heaven, earth and the underworld: these concepts are universal and sacred. This book points out features that are common to Hinduism, Maya and Aztec cults, Christianity and Islam.

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The Temple by John M Lundquist

The idea of the temple - the holy precinct, the dwelling of the gods - is central to all religions. John Lundquist follows it back into the darkness of prehistory, unveiling features that are common to ancient Mesopotamian and Egyptian beliefs, Hinduism, Buddhism, Maya and Aztec cults, Islam, Judaism and Christianity; showing examples such as Borobudur, Angkor Wat and the biblical Temple of Solomon. The place of ritual and initiation, the mountain, the waters of generation, the pillar joining heaven, earth and the underworld, the path to the innermost sanctuary: these concepts are universal and eternal. They appear in sacred texts and works of art from every time and place, and in the subconscious minds of us all.
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ISBN 13 9780500810408
ISBN 10 0500810400
Title The Temple
Author John M Lundquist
Series Art And Imagination
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Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Thames & Hudson Ltd
Year published 1993-09-06
Number of pages 96
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
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