The Symbolism of the Stupa

Snodgrass, Adrian

A close analysis of the architecture of the stupa—a Buddhist symbolic form that is found throughout South, Southeast, and East Asia. The author, who trained as an architect, examines both the physical and metaphysical levels of these buildings, which derive their meaning and significance from Buddhist and Brahmanist influences.

EAN

9780877277002

Publisher

Southeast Asia Program Publications, Cornell University

Published

1 January 1988

Pages

469