The goddess (devi) is both the source and the affirmation of life. In early Indian religions, this concept is deified in a variety of forms. While we lack a historical understanding of the quasi-magical-religious function of the earliest images of the female form on view in this exhibition, we identify them as goddesses.
A bit later, we witness the emergence of deified females who have identifiable roles associated with the protection of children and with the life-affirming powers of water. The former finds expression in goddesses who originally may have been devourers of children—that is, the bearers of disease. Over time some were placated and thus acquired more benign aspects. The enthroned goddess with a cornucopia and children, from northwestern India, represents this tradition ... Go to event
Program includes kirtans/bhajans, prasadam feast, classical dances, Ramlila drama, burning of effigy of Ravan and more. Watch Ravan’s body and demoniac qualities burn to ashes and celebrate the victory of Lord Shri Ramchandra over Ravana and the victory of good over evil… you won’t want to miss it!
When: Saturday October 8, 2011
Time: 4:30 pm — 8 pm
Where: Hare Krishna Temple, 10310 Oaklyn Dr. Potomac, MD 20854,
301–299-2100, www.iskcondc.org
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