Ancient faiths embodied in ancient names; or, An attempt to trace the religious belief, sacred rites, and holy emblems of certain nations (1868)
Inman, Thomas, 1820-1876 · London and Liverpool, Printed for the author · leaf 275
The Linga is, moreover, repeatedly associatedwith the image of the Bull, the Lion, the Elephant,and other symbols of great power and strength. Figure 13. … 223 When worshipped, it is presented with various fruitsand flowers, water is poured over it, repetitions aremade of the sacred names of Siva, giving to eachname the attribute assigned thereto, e. g., ** constantreverence to Mahesa, whose form is radiant as amountain of silver, lovely as the…
Religions · Names, Personal · Rites and ceremonies · Symbolism
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