From fierce to domesticated: Mariyamman joins the middle class
The fever goddess Mariyamman, worshipped by Hindus of the southern Deccan of South Asia, is traditionally reputed to be a formidable, demanding and frequently angry goddess who insists upon regular shows of fervent devotion. Without them, she can become vengeful, vindictive and destructive. In her m...
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Format: | Electronic Article |
Language: | English |
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Univ.
2012
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Nidān
Year: 2012, Volume: 24, Issue: 1, Pages: 41-65 |
Further subjects: | B
Melmaruvattur
B Samayapuram B Mariyamman |
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