The Goddess and the King in Indian Myth : Ring Composition, Royal Power and The Dharmic Double Helix

Omtale

This book analyses the Devi Mahatmya and argues that its frame narrative cleverly engages a dichotomy at the heart of Hinduism: the opposing ideals of asceticism and kingship. These ideals comprise two strands of what is referred to herein as the dharmic double helix.