| ID | 135724 |
| Title Proper | Shaivism in ancient Cambodia |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Kumar, Bachchan |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | Shaivism was the State religion of ancient Cambodia. Several epigraphical and Chinese annals testify it. Shaivism played a significant role in the foundation of early Khmer kingdoms, known as Funan, Chen-la or Pre-Angkor and Angkor. The present paper discusses the prevalence of Shaivism in the early kingdoms of Cambodia. Before discussing on Shaivism in Cambodia, it would be pertinent to throw a brief light on Indian Shaivism. |
| `In' analytical Note | Dialogue Vol.16, No.2; Oct-Dec.2014: p.129-141 |
| Journal Source | Dialogue 2014-12 16, 2 |
| Standard Number | Hinduism |