Jaina Tradition Of The Deccan: Shravanabelagola, Mudabidri, Karkala

Jaina Tradition Of The Deccan: Shravanabelagola, Mudabidri, Karkala Is A Richly Detailed Exploration Of Jainism’S Enduring Presence In The Deccan Region Of Southern India. Part Cultural History, Part Field Guide, This Book Invites Readers—Students, Travelers, And Curious Visitors Alike—To Step Into The Sacred Landscapes Of Shravanabelagola, Mudabidri, And Karkala. With A Reverent Yet Accessible Tone, It Reveals How Monumental Sculpture, Temple Architecture, And Living Ritual Come Together To Tell The Story Of Jain Devotion Across Centuries. Written By Julia A. B. Hegewald, With The Evocative Photography Of Surendra Kumar, Jaina Tradition Of The Deccan: Shravanabelagola, Mudabidri, Karkala Blends Clear Scholarship With Vivid, Approachable Prose. It Guides You Through The Granite Hills, The Towering Gommateshvara Monolith, And The Basadis That House Myriad Tirthankaras, Offering Context About Religious Customs, Historical Periods, And Regional Styles. The Narrative Also Invites You To Imagine The Mahamastak Abhisheka Festival, A Landmark Celebration That Gathers Jain Devotees From Diverse Backgrounds Once Every Twelve Years, Transforming Shravanabelagola Into A Living Pilgrimage Site. In Addition To Exterior Monuments, The Volume Highlights The Jaina Art Collections And The Murals Inside The Maths At Shravanabelagola And Mudabidri, Revealing Artistry That Speaks To Faith And Devo