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Adaptive Reuse by Elisa Freschi,Philipp André Maas Pdf
The present volume explores a specific aspect of creativity in South Asian systems of knowledge, literature and rituals. Under the heading of?adaptive reuse,? it discusses the relationship between innovation and perpetuation of earlier forms and contents of knowledge and aesthetic expressions within the process of creating new works. Although this relation rarely became the topic of explicit reflections in the South Asian intellectual traditions, it is here investigated by taking a closer look at the treatment of older materials by later authors.
Sir John Woodroffe, Tantra and Bengal by Kathleen Taylor Pdf
Working with Bengali mentors, especially his close friend A. B. Ghose, Sir John Woodroffe became the pseudonymous orientalist Arthur Avalon, famous for his tantric studies at the beginning of the twentieth century. Best known for The Serpent Power, the book which introduced 'Kundalini Yoga' to the western world, Avalon turned the image of Tantra around, from that of a despised magical and orgiastic cult into a refined philosophy which greatly enhanced the prestige of Hindu thought to later generations of westerners. This biographical study is in two parts. The first focuses on Woodroffe's social identity in Calcutta against the background of colonialism and nationalism - the context in which he 'was' Arthur Avalon. To a very unusual degree for someone with a high position under the empire, Woodroffe the British High Court Judge absorbed the world of the Bengali intellectuals of his time, among whom his popularity was widely attested. His admirers were attracted by his Indian nationalism, to which his tantric studies and supposed learning formed an important adjunct. Woodroffe's friend Ghose, however, was the chief source of the textual knowledge in which the 'orientalist' scholar appeared to be deeply versed. The second part of this study assesses Woodroffe's own relationship to Sanskrit and to the texts, and highlights his very extensive but gifted use of secondary sources and the knowledge of Ghose and other Indian people. It examines the apologetic themes by which he and his collaborators made Tantra first acceptable, then fashionable. Partly because of his mysterious pseudonym, Woodroffe acquired a near legendary status for a time, and remains a fascinating figure. This book is written in a style that should appeal to the general reader as well as to students of Indian religions and early twentieth century Indian history, while being relevant to the ongoing debate about 'orientalism'.
Author : Christopher A. Faraone,Dirk Obbink Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA Page : 313 pages File Size : 50,8 Mb Release : 1997 Category : History ISBN : 9780195111408
Magika Hiera by Christopher A. Faraone,Dirk Obbink Pdf
Annotation This collection challenges the tendency among scholars of ancient Greece to see magical and religious ritual as mutually exclusive and to ignore "magical" practices in Greek religion. The contributors survey specific bodies of archaeological, epigraphical, and papyrological evidence formagical practices in the Greek world, and, in each case, determine whether the traditional dichotomy between magic and religion helps in any way to conceptualize the objective features of the evidence examined. Contributors include Christopher A. Faraone, J.H.M. Strubbe, H.S. Versnel, Roy Kotansky, John Scarborough, Samuel Eitrem, Fritz Graf, John J. Winkler, Hans Dieter Betz, and C.R. Phillips.
Ancient Magic and Ritual Power by Paul Mirecki,Meyer Pdf
This volume contains a series of provocative essays that explore expressions of magic and ritual power in the ancient world. The essays are authored by leading scholars in the fields of Egyptology, ancient Near Eastern studies, the Hebrew Bible, Judaica, classical Greek and Roman studies, early Christianity and patristics, and Coptology. Throughout the book the essays examine the terms employed in descriptions of ancient magic. From this examination comes a clarification of magic as a polemical term of exclusion but also an understanding of the classical Egyptian and early Greek conceptions of magic as a more neutral category of inclusion. This book should prove to be foundational for future scholarly studies of ancient magic and ritual power. This publication has also been published in paperback, please click here for details.
Magic and Magicians in the Greco-Roman World by Matthew W Dickie,Matthew W. Dickie Pdf
This study is the first to assemble the evidence for the existence of sorcerors in the ancient world; it also addresses the question of their identity and social origins. The resulting investigation takes us to the underside of Greek and Roman society, into a world of wandering holy men and women, conjurors and wonder-workers, and into the lives of prostitutes, procuresses, charioteers and theatrical performers. This fascinating reconstruction of the careers of witches and sorcerors allows us to see into previously inaccessible areas of Greco-Roman life. Compelling for both its detail and clarity, and with an extraordinarily revealing breadth of evidence employed, it will be an essential resource for anyone studying ancient magic.
Black Magic & Witchcraft by Lord Shiva,Rishi Maharishi,Mohan Kumar Pdf
I am very happy to know that you guys liked my mantra books translated into English and in other languages, which I received from my mentor or Guru.I hope that this book will prove very useful not only for the Hindus but for all the people of the world who believe in "Sanatana Dharma" and follow it. If you are one of them who closely know the "Sanatana Dharma", then you must also know that it is a Science, not a superstition. All books of the "Sanatana Dharma" or the "Hindu Dharma" are based on Esoteric Science, which common man can't understand easily. You have to follow the instructions of your mentors or Gurus from whom you are getting Initiation or "Diksha". In this book, I have included the mantras and the ancient text or conversation between Shiva and Parvati, which I received from my Mentors or Gurus. I have presented some very useful mantras for the welfare of the public and the whole world through this book. In the series " The Mantras", I have presented three books earlier which is very helpful for the beginners who wish to take the first step in the world of Tantra. In those book you will learn meditation and concentration. You will also know some facts of tantra-mantra. Meditation is most important thing in the Tantra, without which you can not understand the Tantra. Meditation will open the path of the world of Tantra. Meditation is also divided in many forms and of many types. It will improve your focus and concentration which is very necessary during exercitation (Sadhana). The most recommended book for the meditation is "Vigyan Bhairava Tantra". In my another book, "Shiv Swarodaya - A divine Law of breathing" you will learn about the Tantra-Mantra and its application. In my another book "The Basic Mantras" you will learn and know some mantras which will improve your knowledge and faith in the Tantra. It will also provide you supernatural powers, that will help you to get Siddhis of another mantras. It will also remove all negativity not only from your life but also from your concious and sub-concious mind. All these books will help you to learn and get Siddhis of the mantras which is discussed in this book. All the process to get Siddhis, or to prove, or to initiate the mantra's powers or energies are discussed with the mantras. In Part-1, I presented the conversation of Lord Shiva (as Lord Bhairava) and Goddess Parvati (as Goddess Bhairavi). During the conversation some mantra and secret of mantras are also revealed by the Bhairava. This is very important part of the book. You can consider this part as a Esoteric Science. In the Part-2, the process, application and mantras are discussed in detail. In this part, you will learn about the perfect time, the particular date (Tithis), the process, the auspicious or unauspicious days, etc. which are the most important part of the Tantra-Mantra to be successful. Many useful mantras are given in this books which is very useful in your daily life. The mantras of subduing or subjugation (Vashikaran), attraction or charm (Aakarshan), good luck, protection, etc. are given. I hope these mantras will help you to make your life successful and reduces your problems. These mantras will make your work easy and accurate. But never use these mantras with wrong intention, because that will harm you. You must use these mantras for the welfare of the society, so that you and the society will develop and promote humanity. Never use these mantras to make someone bad or to make someone's life worst. This act will take you in hell. So, again I request all the practitioner or the Sadhaka to use these mantras only for the betterment of the society. Never harm anyone. If you are the one who buy this book for the welfare for the humanity and spread happiness in the world. I appreciate and love you from the core of my heart. And also I feel proud to be a medium for such a great work.
The Secret of the Three Cities by Douglas Renfrew Brooks Pdf
The esoteric Hindu traditions of Tantrism have profoundly influenced the development of Indian thought and civilization. Emerging from elements of yoga and wisdom traditions, shamanism, alchemy, eroticism, and folklore, Tantrism began to affect brahmanical Hinduism in the ninth century. Nevertheless, Tantrism and its key historical figures have been ignored by scholars. This accessible work introduces the concepts and practices of Hindu Sakta Tantrism to all those interested in Hinduism and the comparative study of religion.
Witchcraft Confessions and Accusations by Mary Douglas Pdf
Historians as well as anthropologists have contributed to this volume of studies on aspects of witchcraft in a variety of cultures and periods from Tudor England to twentieth-century Africa and New Guinea. Contributors include: Mary Douglas, Norman Cohn, Peter Brown, Keith Thomas, Alan Macfarlane, Alison Redmayne, R.G. Willis, Edwin Ardener, Robert Brain, Julian Pitt-Rivers, Esther Goody, Peter Rivière, Anthony Forge, Godfrey Lienhardt, I.M. Lewis, Brian Spooner, G.I. Jones, Malcolm Ruel and T.O. Beidelman. First published in 1970.
The Bloomsbury Introduction to Adaptation Studies by Yvonne Griggs Pdf
From David Lean's big screen Great Expectations to Alejandro Amenábar's reinvention of The Turn of the Screw as The Others, adaptations of literary classics are a constant feature of popular culture today. The Bloomsbury Introduction to Adaptation Studies helps students master the history, theory and practice of analysing literary adaptations. Following an introductory overview of major debates and concepts, each chapter focuses on a canonical text and features: - Case study readings of adaptations in a variety of media, from film to opera, televised drama to animated comedy show, YA fiction to novel/graphic novel. - Coverage of popular appropriations and re-imaginings of the text. - Discussion questions and creative exercises throughout to guide students through their own analyses. - Annotated guides to further reading and viewing plus online resources. - The book also includes chapter overviews and a glossary of critical terms to give students quick access to key information for further study, reference and revision. The Bloomsbury Introduction to Adaptation Studies covers adaptations of: Jane Eyre; Great Expectations; The Turn of the Screw; The Great Gatsby.
Re-Use-The Art and Politics of Integration and Anxiety by Julia A. B. Hegewald,Subrata K. Mitra Pdf
Presented here is a novel approach to understanding the relationship between the past and the present using the unique concept of re-use, wherein elements from the past are strategically adapted into the present, and thus become part of a new modernity.Beautifully illustrated with exquisite images, this is a collection of well-researched and lucidly written scholarly articles that apply the concept of re-use to different aspects of cultural, political and material life—from art, architecture and jewelry to religion, statesmen and legislatures. By not treating artistic, political, religious and cultural developments as linear evolutions, this book encourages readers to understand them as a continuous modification of the past and a periodic return to earlier forms.
