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Richard H. Davis, "Religions of Early India: A Cultural History" (Princeton UP, 2024)

New Books in Religion

CHAPTER

Exploring the Chola Dynasty and Temple Culture

This chapter explores the historical impact of the Chola period in South India, focusing on the growth of temple culture and vernacular bhakti in early medieval Hinduism. It highlights the significance of monumental temples like the Brihadishvara, built by Raja Raja Chola, and discusses the complex relationship between royal power and religious devotion in the Indian context.

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