The Axis and the Perimeter of the Temple
Subhash Kak
TL;DR
This paper investigates the possibility that the dimensions of Indian temples are based on astronomical measurements, providing textual evidence to support this hypothesis.
Contribution
It offers new textual evidence linking temple dimensions to astronomical concepts, suggesting a deliberate design based on celestial observations.
Findings
Evidence of astronomical references in temple texts
Dimensions correlate with celestial measurements
Supports the idea of astronomical planning in temple architecture
Abstract
This paper presents textual evidence for an astronomical basis of the dimensions of the axis and perimeter in the plan of the Indian temple.
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Taxonomy
TopicsHistorical Astronomy and Related Studies · Historical and Architectural Studies · Ancient Egypt and Archaeology