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Power of Place

- The Religious Landscape of the Southern Sacred Peak (Nanyue ) in Medieval China

About Power of Place

Mountains have always been integral components of China's religious landscape. Early in Chinese history five mountains were co-opted into the imperial cult and declared sacred peaks-yue-demarcating and protecting the imperium's boundaries. Here, Robson demonstrates the value of local and Buddho-Daoist studies in research on Chinese religion.

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  • Language:
  • English
  • ISBN:
  • 9780674033320
  • Binding:
  • Hardback
  • Pages:
  • 450
  • Published:
  • August 31, 2009
  • Dimensions:
  • 156x235x38 mm.
Delivery: 2-4 weeks
Expected delivery: December 11, 2024

Description of Power of Place

Mountains have always been integral components of China's religious landscape. Early in Chinese history five mountains were co-opted into the imperial cult and declared sacred peaks-yue-demarcating and protecting the imperium's boundaries. Here, Robson demonstrates the value of local and Buddho-Daoist studies in research on Chinese religion.

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