This introductory chapter presents the aims and intellectual framework of the volume, which reconsiders the Atharvaveda beyond its traditional characterization as a “magical” text. It highlights the volume’s interdisciplinary approach to language, the body, ritual, and power, showing how these perspectives contribute to a richer understanding of Atharvavedic knowledge and Vedic religion.
Introduction. Beyond the veil of “magic”: new perspectives on the Atharvaveda / Ferrara, Marianna; Lelli, Duccio. - (2026), pp. 15-18. [10.13133/9788893774697].
Introduction. Beyond the veil of “magic”: new perspectives on the Atharvaveda
ferrara marianna;lelli duccio
2026
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This introductory chapter presents the aims and intellectual framework of the volume, which reconsiders the Atharvaveda beyond its traditional characterization as a “magical” text. It highlights the volume’s interdisciplinary approach to language, the body, ritual, and power, showing how these perspectives contribute to a richer understanding of Atharvavedic knowledge and Vedic religion.File allegati a questo prodotto
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