Temples of Purushottama Kshetra Puri

by Ratnakar Mohapatra | 2007 | 135,363 words

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Summary: This essay studies the Temples of Purushottama Kshetra (Puri) which is renowned for its historic and religious significance, situated in Orissa (Odisha) by the Bay of Bengal. Purusottama-ksetra is famous for the Lord Jagannatha temple and numerous smaller temples, it showcases the distinctive Kalinga architectural style. The region serves as a key religious center for Hindu worship, attracting tourists and scholars globally. This thesis examines Puri’s temple architecture, history, and cultural importance, relying on extensive primary and secondary sources. It includes eight chapters detailing various temple types, structures, and their significance.

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Acknowledgement

+ Chapter 1 - Introduction

. 1. Introduction and Extend of Purushottama-kshetra

. 2. Different Names of the Purushottama-kshetra

. 3. Socio-religious Conditions of Purusottama-ksetra

. 4. Cultural Importance of Purusottama-ksetra

. 5. References to Purusottama ksetra (Puri) in old Texts

. 6. Patronage of the Royal Dynasties

. 7. Temple Building Activities of Purusottama Ksetra

. 8. Review of Literatures

. 9. Main Objective of this Research Work

. 10. Methods and Procedures Adopted

. 11. Notes and References for chapter 1

+ Chapter 2 - Characteristics features of Orissan Temples

. 1. Introduction and Types of Temples in India

. 2. Temple Style of Orissa (Odisha)

. 3. Types and Architectural Features of Orissan Temples

. 3.1. Rekha Temple or Deula

. 3.2. Pidha Deula type of Temple

. 3.3. Khakhara Deula type of Temple

. 3.4. Gauriya (Gaudiya) type of Temple

. 4. Methods and Techniques of Temple Construction in Orissa

. 5. Types and Sculptural Features of Orissan Temples (Introduction)

. 5.1. Decorative Female Figures in Odisha temples

. 5.2. Erotic Figures (scenes) in Odisha temples

. 5.3. Secular Scenes and Figures in Odisha temples

. 5.4. Animal Figures in Odisha temples

. 5.5. Other Decorative Designs in Odisha temples

. 5.6. Jaina Images in Odisha art

. 5.7. Buddhist Images in Odisha art

. 5.8. Vaisnavite Images in Odisha art

. 5.9. Shaivite Images in Odisha art

. 5.10. Shakta Images in Odisha art

. 5.11. Parsva Devatas in Odisha art

. 5.12. Surya Images in Odisha art

. 5.13. Navagrahas in Odisha art

. 5.14. Dikpalas in Odisha art

. 5.15. Various Other Deities in Odisha art

. 5.16. Mythological Stories in Odisha temples

. 6. Paintings of Odisha Temples

. 7. Notes and References for chapter 2

+ Chapter 3 - Lord Jagannatha Temple

. 1. Construction Period of the Temple of Lord Jagannatha

. 2. Jagannatha Temple architecture (1): The Vimana

. 2. Jagannatha Temple architecture (2): The Jagamohana or Mukhasala

. 2.3. The Natamandapa (dancing hall)

. 2.4. The Bhogamandapa (hall of offering)

. 2. Jagannatha Temple architecture (4): The Enclosures

. 2. Jagannatha Temple architecture (5): The Gateways

. 2. Jagannatha Temple architecture (6): The Aruna pillar

. 3. Sculptures of Lord Jagannatha Temple

. 4. Paintings of Lord Jagannatha Temple

. 5. Daily Rituals of Lord Jagannatha Temple

. 6. Vesas (festive dresses) of Lord Jagannatha Temple

. 7. Festivals of Lord Jagannatha Temple

. 8. Notes and References for chapter 3

+ Chapter 4 - Vaishnavite Temples of Purushottama Kshetra

. 1. Narasimha Temple at the Jagannatha Temple Complex

. 2. Nila Madhava or Nilamadhaba Temple

. 3. Narasimha Temple nearby the Gundica Temple

. 4. Benu-Madhava Temple

. 5. Sri Rama Temple

. 6. Gopinatha Temple at Matiapara

. 7. Satya-Narayana Temple

. 8. Dadhi-Vamana Temple

. 9. Tota-Gopinatha Temple

. 10. Cakra Narasimha Temple

. 11. Gopaljee Temple (nearby the Bata-Mangala temple)

. 12. Sakhi-Gopala (at Satyabadi)

. 13. Other Minor Vaisnava Temples of Purusottama Ksetra

. 14. Notes and References for chapter 4

+ Chapter 5 - Shaiva Temples of Purushottama Kshetra

. 1. Lokanatha Temple (in Puri)

. 2. Yamesvara Temple (In Puri)

. 3. Markandesvara Temple (In Puri)

. 4. Kapala Mocana Temple (In Puri)

. 5. Nilakanthesvara Temple at Matiapara

. 6. Ksetrapala Mahadeva Temple

. 7. Patalesvara Temple (in Puri)

. 8. Vaikunthesvara Temple (in Puri)

. 9. Belesvara Temple (in Puri)

. 10. Bata-Lokanatha Temple (in Puri)

. 11. Nilakanthesvara Temple at Gopinathpur

. 12. Notes and References for chapter 5

+ Chapter 6 - Shakta Temples of Purushottama Kshetra

. 1. Vimala Temple (in Puri)

. 2. Lakshmi Temple (in Puri)

. 3. Mausima Temple (in Puri)

. 4. Bhubanesvari Temple (in Puri)

. 5. Sarva-Mangala Temple (in Puri)

. 6. Bedhakali Temple (in Puri)

. 7. Bata-Mangala Temple (in Puri)

. 8. Alam Candi Temple (in Kumbharapara)

. 9. Daksinakali or Dakshinkali Temple (in Puri)

. 9. Rama-Candi Temple (in Puri)

. 10. Syamakali Temple (in Puri)

. 11. Indrani Temple (in Puri)

. 12. Hara Candi Temple (in Puri)

. 13. Marcika Temple (in Puri)

. 14. Notes and References for chapter 6

+ Chapter 7 - Miscellaneous Temples of Purushottama Kshetra

. 1. Gundicha Temple (in Puri)

. 2. Surya-Narayana Temple (in Puri)

. 3. Siddha Mahavir Temple (in Puri)

. 4. Bedi-Hanuman or Daria Mahavir Temple

. 5. Ganesha Temple at the Jagannatha Temple Complex

. 6. Bata-Ganesh Temple (in Puri)

. 7. Kanchi Ganesha Temple (in Puri)

. 8. Navagraha Temple (in Puri)

. 9. Chandan Sarovar Temple (in Puri)

. 10. Notes and References for chapter 7

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