Elizabeth A. Cecil

In this engaging discussion, Peter C. Bisschop, a leading voice in Puranic studies, and Elizabeth A. Cecil, expert in material culture, dive into the creation of PURANA Media, an innovative open-access journal. They explore the importance of viewing Purana beyond texts to include cultural practices and contemporary interpretations. They discuss the concept of Purana as world-making, blending temporal and spatial dimensions. The conversation highlights the journal's interdisciplinary approach and its mission to bridge the past with modern cultural narratives.