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Indian deities worshiped in Japan
How many know that Saraswati, originally the personification of a river by the same name, is worshipped in pools of water in Japan.
Such an exploration of Indian culture deeply rooted in Japanese society is now being attempted though a photographic exhibition, 'Indian Deities Worshipped in Japan', set to begin at the Japan Foundation here from September 3.
Photographs, which depict the primitive Indian traditions being followed in Japan, taken by photographer and historian Benoy K Behl, who has specialised in the study of ancient Indian cultures, are being showcased.
"In many ways, I find that Japan has preserved ancient Indian traditions, even when they may have changed here in India. For instance, in Japan, Saraswati is depicted and venerated not only with the Veena, but also remembered for her association with water.
Read more at: http://www.deccanherald.com/content/498664/indian-deities-worshipped-japan.html
How many know that Saraswati, originally the personification of a river by the same name, is worshipped in pools of water in Japan.
Such an exploration of Indian culture deeply rooted in Japanese society is now being attempted though a photographic exhibition, 'Indian Deities Worshipped in Japan', set to begin at the Japan Foundation here from September 3.
Photographs, which depict the primitive Indian traditions being followed in Japan, taken by photographer and historian Benoy K Behl, who has specialised in the study of ancient Indian cultures, are being showcased.
"In many ways, I find that Japan has preserved ancient Indian traditions, even when they may have changed here in India. For instance, in Japan, Saraswati is depicted and venerated not only with the Veena, but also remembered for her association with water.
Read more at: http://www.deccanherald.com/content/498664/indian-deities-worshipped-japan.html
