Vastu Shastra is a traditional Indian system of armature grounded on ancient textbooks that describe principles of design, layout, measures, ground medication, space arrangement, and spatial figure.
Through the Lens of Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS)-Ancient Indian.pdfdrningthouchronicle
Ancient Indian architecture represents a profound integration of knowledge systems deeply rooted in Indian culture, spirituality, and wisdom. Let us delve into the architectural marvels of ancient India from the perspective of Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS):
Vastu Shastra is a traditional Indian system of armature grounded on ancient textbooks that describe principles of design, layout, measures, ground medication, space arrangement, and spatial figure.
Through the Lens of Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS)-Ancient Indian.pdfdrningthouchronicle
Ancient Indian architecture represents a profound integration of knowledge systems deeply rooted in Indian culture, spirituality, and wisdom. Let us delve into the architectural marvels of ancient India from the perspective of Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS):
Spiritual Splendor_ Exploring the Symbolism and Marvels of Hindu Temple Archi...Abir Pothi
Discover the diverse world of Hindu temple architecture, from iconic Vimanas to symbolic pillars. Explore Dravida and Nagara styles, unveiling cultural influences. Uncover the significance of mandapas, gopurams, and intricate carvings. Delve into Vastushastra's role, bridging cosmic principles and design. Journey through ancient Rajasthan's temples and administrative hubs in Tamil Nadu. Immerse in the rich symbolism of mandalas and shikharas, appreciating the blend of tradition and innovation in Deccan's Hoysala style. This concise exploration unveils the profound spiritual essence in Hindu temple design.
The Proportioning System of the Mandapas as a Tool for Analyzing Indian Templ...Premier Publishers
Proportion and measurements have been the guiding tools for the construction of Indian temples from the 5th century AD onwards to till date. Through-out the history, Proportion dominated as a tool, which determined the monuments spatial arrangements as well as their forms. The ancient texts, therefore, insist on a high degree of precision in their measurements. The standard text Mayamata mentions – “Only if the temple is constructed correctly according to a mathematical system, can it be expected to function in harmony with the universe. Only if the measurement of the temple is in every way perfect, there will be perfection in the universe as well.” In this paper, Mandapas in Indian temples are studied with respect to various parameters like expression, function, proportion, orientation, chronology, etc. This study analyzes the proportion of mandapa in the Indian temple architecture, especially focusing on Nagara style. The evolution of Mandapa and other parameters are discussed in general. These factors are studied with respect to a selected sample. Temples ascribed to the time period between 8th C AD to 15th C AD are taken for the study, as Mandapas were added proportionately from 8th C AD onwards. This comprises the literature part, and is depicted through drawings and diagrams. Selected temples of the Ashapuri complex are also studied through the same perspective and focus. The study will end by examining whether the proportions and design of mandapa in Ashapuri follows Nagara Style.
The Untold Story of Indian Origins of ClaculusPlusOrMinusZero
This presentation explores the story of Indian origins of calculus which is not usually told in traditional school/college mathematics textbooks in India. It traces the story in three steps: The idea that calculus had its origins in India also gets proposed, the idea gets traction and finally the idea obtains approval from international mathematical community. Then, the presentation gives a glimpse of the calculus related concepts found in indigenous Indian mathematical literature like Aryabhatiya, Yuktibhasha, etc.
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We are doing fundamental research work to find and share the link of Mathematical Sciences from Vaidik Era to 21st Century.
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Vastupurusa
For the basis of Hindú architecture often reference is made to Vastupurusa or “the spirit of the site”. One legend explains this as follows. There was an evil demigod (bhuta) who was born during Siva’s fight with the Asur Andhaka. This bhuta possessed a terrifying countenance and an insatiable hunger. The legend goes that having done great penance, the bhuta won a boon from Siva that allowed him to swallow the three worlds that constitute the Hindu cosmos. As this being stretched himself and began to occupy the heavens, he fell flat on the earth. The various gods and demigods seized this opportunity and pinned various parts of his body to the ground, rendering him helpless. This being came to be called Vast (or Vastupurusa) because the gods and demigods managed to lodge themselves on his body. Legends hold that the deities, in pinning him down, occupied different parts of his body and continued to reside there (Figure1). In order to satisfy his hunger, Brahma ordained that he receive offerings from people on building sites before construction. The body of the Vastupurusa is supposed to be sensitive at a number of points called marmas. The well-being of the Vastupurusa assures the well-being of the building and, by implication, its owner. An important criterion for any building, therefore, is to avoid injury to the marmas located on the body of the Vastupurusa. To ensure that this is achieved, texts prohibit any direct construction upon the marmas themselves. The marmas are specifically said to lie at the intersection of major diagonals, seen as the veins (siras or nadis) of the purusa.
Ancient temples Geometry - conference paper prepared on 28th Feb. 2021 Samirsinh Parmar
Steps in temple construction, Elements of Hindu temple structure, architecture style of construction, Vaastu planning of the building, fractal geometry of temples, the human body as temple structure,
Spiritual Splendor_ Exploring the Symbolism and Marvels of Hindu Temple Archi...Abir Pothi
Discover the diverse world of Hindu temple architecture, from iconic Vimanas to symbolic pillars. Explore Dravida and Nagara styles, unveiling cultural influences. Uncover the significance of mandapas, gopurams, and intricate carvings. Delve into Vastushastra's role, bridging cosmic principles and design. Journey through ancient Rajasthan's temples and administrative hubs in Tamil Nadu. Immerse in the rich symbolism of mandalas and shikharas, appreciating the blend of tradition and innovation in Deccan's Hoysala style. This concise exploration unveils the profound spiritual essence in Hindu temple design.
The Proportioning System of the Mandapas as a Tool for Analyzing Indian Templ...Premier Publishers
Proportion and measurements have been the guiding tools for the construction of Indian temples from the 5th century AD onwards to till date. Through-out the history, Proportion dominated as a tool, which determined the monuments spatial arrangements as well as their forms. The ancient texts, therefore, insist on a high degree of precision in their measurements. The standard text Mayamata mentions – “Only if the temple is constructed correctly according to a mathematical system, can it be expected to function in harmony with the universe. Only if the measurement of the temple is in every way perfect, there will be perfection in the universe as well.” In this paper, Mandapas in Indian temples are studied with respect to various parameters like expression, function, proportion, orientation, chronology, etc. This study analyzes the proportion of mandapa in the Indian temple architecture, especially focusing on Nagara style. The evolution of Mandapa and other parameters are discussed in general. These factors are studied with respect to a selected sample. Temples ascribed to the time period between 8th C AD to 15th C AD are taken for the study, as Mandapas were added proportionately from 8th C AD onwards. This comprises the literature part, and is depicted through drawings and diagrams. Selected temples of the Ashapuri complex are also studied through the same perspective and focus. The study will end by examining whether the proportions and design of mandapa in Ashapuri follows Nagara Style.
The Untold Story of Indian Origins of ClaculusPlusOrMinusZero
This presentation explores the story of Indian origins of calculus which is not usually told in traditional school/college mathematics textbooks in India. It traces the story in three steps: The idea that calculus had its origins in India also gets proposed, the idea gets traction and finally the idea obtains approval from international mathematical community. Then, the presentation gives a glimpse of the calculus related concepts found in indigenous Indian mathematical literature like Aryabhatiya, Yuktibhasha, etc.
JKMS Foundation Bharat
We are doing fundamental research work to find and share the link of Mathematical Sciences from Vaidik Era to 21st Century.
May we all live like a global family (Vasudhaiv Kutumbkam) with Global behavior (Jagat Kyoso) having non negative thoughts for all.
Vastupurusa
For the basis of Hindú architecture often reference is made to Vastupurusa or “the spirit of the site”. One legend explains this as follows. There was an evil demigod (bhuta) who was born during Siva’s fight with the Asur Andhaka. This bhuta possessed a terrifying countenance and an insatiable hunger. The legend goes that having done great penance, the bhuta won a boon from Siva that allowed him to swallow the three worlds that constitute the Hindu cosmos. As this being stretched himself and began to occupy the heavens, he fell flat on the earth. The various gods and demigods seized this opportunity and pinned various parts of his body to the ground, rendering him helpless. This being came to be called Vast (or Vastupurusa) because the gods and demigods managed to lodge themselves on his body. Legends hold that the deities, in pinning him down, occupied different parts of his body and continued to reside there (Figure1). In order to satisfy his hunger, Brahma ordained that he receive offerings from people on building sites before construction. The body of the Vastupurusa is supposed to be sensitive at a number of points called marmas. The well-being of the Vastupurusa assures the well-being of the building and, by implication, its owner. An important criterion for any building, therefore, is to avoid injury to the marmas located on the body of the Vastupurusa. To ensure that this is achieved, texts prohibit any direct construction upon the marmas themselves. The marmas are specifically said to lie at the intersection of major diagonals, seen as the veins (siras or nadis) of the purusa.
Ancient temples Geometry - conference paper prepared on 28th Feb. 2021 Samirsinh Parmar
Steps in temple construction, Elements of Hindu temple structure, architecture style of construction, Vaastu planning of the building, fractal geometry of temples, the human body as temple structure,
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2. Vastu shastra (vāstu śāstra - literally "science of architecture") is a traditional Indian system
of architecture originating in India. Texts from the Indian subcontinent describe principles
of design, layout, measurements, ground preparation, space arrangement, and spatial
geometry.
Vastu Shastras incorporate traditional Hindu and (in some cases) Buddhist beliefs.
The designs aim to integrate architecture with nature, the relative functions of various
parts of the structure, and ancient beliefs utilizing geometric patterns (yantra), symmetry,
and directional alignments.
Vastu Shastra are the textual part of Vastu Vidya - the broader knowledge about
architecture and design theories from ancient India.
Vastu Vidya knowledge is a collection of ideas and concepts, with or without the support
of layout diagrams, that are not rigid. Rather, these ideas and concepts are models for the
organization of space and form within a building or collection of buildings, based on their
functions in relation to each other, their usage and the overall fabric of the Vastu.
Ancient Vastu Shastra principles include those for the design of Mandir (Hindu temples),
and the principles for the design and layout of houses, towns, cities, gardens, roads, water
works, shops and other public areas.
3. The foundation of Vastu is traditionally ascribed to the mythical sage "Mamuni Mayan"
who is believed to be first author and the creator of Vasthu Shastra and expert in Vastu
constructions of ancient times. According to Dr. Jessie Mercay (PhD, PhDmst), Chancellor
and Professor (Volunteer) at American University of Mayonic Science and Technology,
Authentic Vaastu science is based upon ancient principles discovered thousands of years
ago by a Rishi Scientist/Carpenter named "Mamuni Mayan".
Mayan is the one of the five sons of Vishwakarma. Mayan is mentioned throughout Indian
literature. Most notably, he built the city of Dwarka for Lord Krishna. Theories tracing links
of the principles of composition in Vastu Shastra and the Indus Valley Civilization have been
made, but scholar Kapila Vatsyayan is reluctant to speculate on such links given the Indus
Valley script remains undeciphered.
According to Chakrabarti, Vastu Vidya is as old the Vedic period and linked to the ritual
architecture. According to Michael W. Meister, the Atharvaveda contains verses with mystic
cosmogony which provide a paradigm for cosmic planning, but they did not represent
architecture nor a developed practice.
Varahamihira's Brihat Samhita dated to the sixth century CE, states Meister, is the first
known Indian text that describes "something like a vastupurusamandala to plan cities and
buildings". The emergence of Vastu vidya as a specialised field of science is speculated to
have occurred significantly before the 1st-century CE.
4. There exist many Vāstu-Śastras on the art of building houses, temples, towns and cities.
One such Vāstu Śastra is by Thakkura Pheru, describing where and how temples should be
built.
By 6th century AD, Sanskrit manuals for constructing palatial temples were in circulation
in India. Vāstu-Śastra manuals included chapters on home construction, town planning,
and how efficient villages, towns and kingdoms integrated temples, water bodies and
gardens within them to achieve harmony with nature.
While it is unclear, states Barnett, as to whether these temple and town planning texts
were theoretical studies and if or when they were properly implemented in practice, the
manuals suggest that town planning and Hindu temples were conceived as ideals of art
and integral part of Hindu social and spiritual life.
The Silpa Prakasa of Odisha, authored by Ramachandra Bhattaraka Kaulachara sometime
in ninth or tenth century CE, is another Vāstu Śastra.
Silpa Prakasa describes the geometric principles in every aspect of the temple and
symbolism such as 16 emotions of human beings carved as 16 types of female figures.
These styles were perfected in Hindu temples prevalent in eastern states of India.
Other ancient texts found expand these architectural principles, suggesting that different
parts of India developed, invented and added their own interpretations.
5. Ancient Sanskrit manuals for temple construction discovered in Rajasthan, in
northwestern region of India, include Sutradhara Mandana's Prasadamandana (literally,
manual for planning and building a temple) with chapters on town building.
Manasara shilpa and Mayamata, texts of South Indian origin, estimated to be in
circulation by 5th to 7th century AD, is a guidebook on South Indian Vastu design and
construction. Isanasivagurudeva paddhati is another Sanskrit text from the 9th century
describing the art of building in India in south and central India.
In north India, Brihat-samhita by Varāhamihira is the widely cited ancient Sanskrit
manual from 6th century describing the design and construction of Nagara style of
Hindu temples.
These ancient Vāstu Śastras, often discuss and describe the principles of Hindu temple
design, but do not limit themselves to the design of a Hindu temple. They describe the
temple as a holistic part of its community, and lay out various principles and a diversity
of alternate designs for home, village and city layout along with the temple, gardens,
water bodies and nature.