| Description |
139 pages : illustrations, maps ; 25 cm |
| Series |
International studies in sociology and social anthropology, 0074-8684 ; v. 46 |
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International studies in sociology and social anthropology. 0074-8684 ; v. 46
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| Contents |
The city as a sacred center / Diana L. Eck --Madurai, Koyil Nakar / Holly Baker Reynolds --Shifting metaphors of sacrality, the mythic dimensions of Anuradhapura -- The pursuit of equilibrium, Polonnaruva as a ceremonial center / Bardwell Smith --Heaven, earth, and the supernatural world / Michael Aung-Thwin -- The northern Thai city as a sacred center / Donald K. Swearer -- Traditional Peking /Jeffrey F. Meyer |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographies and index |
| Subject |
Cities and towns -- Religious aspects.
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Cities and towns -- Asia -- History.
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Cities and towns -- Asia -- Religious aspects.
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Religion and sociology -- Asia.
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| SUBJECT |
Asia -- Religion.
http://id.loc.gov/authorities/subjects/sh2008114280
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| Author |
Reynolds, Holly Baker.
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Smith, Bardwell L., 1925-
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| LC no. |
87015825 |
| ISBN |
9004084711 |
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