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Vedic, Buddhist and Jain Traditions Vol. 2 of Prakriti Series
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The Agamic Tradition and the Arts Vol 3 of Prakriti Series
- Agnicayana
- Agnicayana is probably to be the oldest surviving ritual of
humanity. If offers extraordinary insight into Vedic times and
highlights the origin of many features of South Asian cultures. It
provides a unique opportunity for the study of oral tradition and
transmission. Cross-culturally, the Agnicayana raises important issues
such as the origin and production of fire, its transfer from one place
to another and its worship; as also the art of burning of istaka
(bricks) which is an expression linguistically related to Avestan
"Istya".
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Photographs of Agnicayana by Prof. Frits Stall and Dr. Ranade
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