Origin of Jagannath Deity - Hardcover

In depth study by the author in the myth, mystique and historical evidence of the origin of Jagannath has brought new facts to light. They go counter to the traditional beliefs but reveal the little known side of the Jagannath story. An unorthodox and disturbing account, this new research work is a new milestone in the study of Hindu mythology and the cult of idol-worship., , Contents:- List of Illustration and Maps · Preface · Abbreviations · Introduction, · Religious Revolution of Mahanadi Velley · Buddha Acknowledged as an avatara of Visnu · Purusottama Buddha Jagannath, as an Avatara of Visnu, in Mahandadi Valley and its Evolution as Purusottama Jagannath · Reverence and Dishonour of Sankaracharaya at Jagannath Temple of Puri · Jagannath Trinity · Evolution of Dadhibaban Patitapabana and Trutiya Deities · A Critical Review of K.C.Mishra's View · Overall Study and New Archaeological Discoveries, Prove the Theology of Lord Jagannath · Counclusion · Appendices · Glossary · Bibliography · Index · IIIustrations and Maps