Gods of medieval Japan. Volume 2, Protectors and predators /

Bibliographic Details
Call Number:Libro Electrónico
Main Author: Faure, Bernard (Author)
Format: Electronic eBook
Language:Inglés
Published: Honolulu : University of Hawaii Press, [2016]
Subjects:
Buddhist gods > Japan.
Dieux bouddhiques > Japon.
RELIGION > Buddhism > History.
Buddhist gods
Japan
History
Online Access:Texto completo
Table of Contents:
  • Frontmatter
  • CONTENTS
  • Prologue
  • 1. Earthly Powers: Bishamonten, Daikokuten, Enmaten
  • 2. The Elephant in the Room: Shōten
  • 3. A Stink of Fox: Dakiniten
  • 4. From Goddess to Dragon: Benzaiten
  • 5. From Dragon to Snake: Uga Benzaiten
  • 6. The Three Devas
  • 7. The Face of the Snake: Ugajin
  • 8. Matricial Gods: Matarajin
  • Coda
  • Abbreviations
  • Notes
  • Bibliography
  • Index

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