{"product_id":"mother-goddesses-in-kathmundu","title":"Mother Goddesses in Kathmundu","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMother Goddesses in Kathmandu\u003c\/em\u003e by Musashi Tachikawa provides a detailed exploration of the religious and cultural significance of the Mother Goddesses in the Kathmandu Valley of Nepal. The book focuses on the role these deities play within the spiritual life of the local people, particularly within the vibrant traditions of Hinduism and the syncretic blend of Hinduism and Buddhism found in the region. Tachikawa examines how the worship of these goddesses shapes the rituals, festivals, and daily practices of the Kathmandu Valley's inhabitants, highlighting the intricate ways in which the divine feminine is represented and revered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThrough vivid descriptions and detailed ethnographic research, Tachikawa offers insight into the symbolism, mythology, and rituals associated with the Mother Goddesses, many of whom are central to the region’s belief system. The book also discusses the social and cultural dynamics at play in the worship of these deities and how their influence extends beyond religious boundaries into the very fabric of Kathmandu's communal life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You Should Read This Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides a deep, academic understanding of the religious and cultural importance of Mother Goddesses in Nepal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOffers a fascinating look at the intersection of Hinduism, Buddhism, and local traditions in Kathmandu.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIlluminates the spiritual practices and rituals unique to the region.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHighlights the central role of the divine feminine in shaping the social and religious structures of Kathmandu.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMusashi Tachikawa is an academic and researcher specializing in the religious traditions of Nepal and South Asia. His work draws on extensive field research, particularly focusing on local religious practices and their intersection with broader cultural and historical narratives. Tachikawa’s approach is scholarly, offering readers not only a description of the rituals and deities but also a thoughtful analysis of their significance in modern-day Nepalese society.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Adroit Publishers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45823730516221,"sku":"","price":1200.0,"currency_code":"NPR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0484\/4145\/8840\/files\/71FoL0m1LeL._SL1400.jpg?v=1732206714","url":"https:\/\/biblionepal.com\/fr\/products\/mother-goddesses-in-kathmundu","provider":"BIBLIONEPAL","version":"1.0","type":"link"}