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Indus Valley means something in Hinduism, Sanskrit. If you want to know the exact meaning, history, etymology or English translation of this term then check out the descriptions on this page. Add your comment or reference to a book if you want to contribute to this summary article.
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Shaktism (Shakta philosophy)
Indus Valley and Shaktism.—Female figures were found in Harappa and Mohenjo-daro with certain characteristics such as the figures being in the standing posture with legs apart, adorned with an elaborate girdle, a loin cloth, necklaces of different types and fan–shaped head dresses. These nude female figures with well–proportioned body, slim waist, and prominent hips are respected as the Divine Mother. Thus it is clear that Shaktism, the Mother Goddess cult, flourished in the Indus Valley
Shakta (शाक्त, śākta) or Shaktism (śāktism) represents a tradition of Hinduism where the Goddess (Devi) is revered and worshipped. Shakta literature includes a range of scriptures, including various Agamas and Tantras, although its roots may be traced back to the Vedas.
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Full-text (+0): Rajasthan, Yin du he liu yu wen ming, Indriyopashama, Yu hui, Harappa, Surkotada, Mohenjo-daro, Babylon, Painting, Maurya, Kassite, Indian Art, Margosa, Shaivism, Purusha-sukta, Zi.
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Search found 97 books and stories containing Indus Valley; (plurals include: Indus Valleys). You can also click to the full overview containing English textual excerpts. Below are direct links for the most relevant articles:
Similarities of Minoan and Indus Valley Hydro-Technologies < [Volume 12, Issue 12 (2020)]
Evolution of Toilets Worldwide through the Millennia < [Volume 8, Issue 8, August (2016)]
The Historical Development of Sewers Worldwide < [Volume 6, Issue 6, June (2014)]
Temple worship and Rituals as per Shaiva Agamas (by Gayathri Balasubramanian)
Part 2 - Shaivism in Indus Valley Civilization < [Chapter 1 - Introduction]
Part 9 - Antiquity of Temples and Shaiva rituals < [Chapter 1 - Introduction]
Bhesajjakkhandhaka (Chapter on Medicine) (by Hin-tak Sik)
History of Indian Medicine (a): Pre-Vedic Phase < [Chapter 2 - Background Information]
History of Indian Medicine—Up to the Buddha’s Time < [Chapter 2 - Background Information]
History of Indian Medicine (b): Vedic Phase < [Chapter 2 - Background Information]
Complete works of Swami Abhedananda (by Swami Prajnanananda)
Appendix 1 - Prehistoric Indus Civilization < [Discourse 1 - India and Her People]
Appendix 2 - Indian Art in all its Phases < [Discourse 1 - India and Her People]
Surgery in ancient India (Study) (by P. P. Prathapan)
2. History of Surgery < [Chapter 2 - The concept and practice of Surgery in ancient India]
4. Surgery in the time of Vedas < [Chapter 2 - The concept and practice of Surgery in ancient India]
Historical Elements in the Matsya Purana (by Chaitali Kadia)
Historical Elements (2): Archaeology < [Chapter 2 - History and Historical elements]
Historical Elements (3): Foreign Accounts < [Chapter 2 - History and Historical elements]