Royal Patronage and Religious Tolerance The Formative Period of Gupta–Vākāṭaka Culture
When, at the beginning of the 5th century, the royal elephant carrying his majesty climbed the slopes of the Udayagiri for a visit to the sacred complex, Emperor Candragupta made sure not to give offence to any of the parties involved in his grand project. His aim was clearly defined in the inscript...
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| Published in | Holy Ground: Where Art and Text Meet p. 319 |
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| Format | Book Chapter |
| Language | English |
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BRILL
17.12.2019
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| Summary: | When, at the beginning of the 5th century, the royal elephant carrying his majesty climbed the slopes of the Udayagiri for a visit to the sacred complex, Emperor Candragupta made sure not to give offence to any of the parties involved in his grand project. His aim was clearly defined in the inscription that records his visit, namely the winning of the entire earth:
He (Vīrasena) has come here in the company of the king himself, who was on his way of winning the entire earth, and he has commissioned this cave out of devotion for Lord Śambhu.¹
Though himself |
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| ISBN: | 9789004412064 9004412069 |
| DOI: | 10.1163/j.ctv2gjwvf9.18 |