| Art History 207~~Fall 1998 |
| Terminology |
| "T-U" |
| Tantrism |
A late and esoteric form of Buddhism, especially developed in Nepal and Tibet; characterized by the absorption of aspects of Hinduism, of folk traditions, and by practices related to bhakti.
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| tribhanga |
The 'three-bend' pose, characteristic of elegant posture in Indian religious art, and probably taken from the sign of repose in dance.
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| Trimurti |
The three-headed form of Shiva, also referred to as Shiva Mahesamurti; includes his incarnation as Creator (a female aspect, Vamadeva), as Maintainer (Mahadeva, the beautiful male aspect), and as Destroyer (Bhairava, the wrathful male aspect).
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| trishula |
The trident form, originally referring to the Three Jewels of Buddhism (the Buddha, the Dharma [Doctrine], the Samga [Order, or monkhood]); comes to be associated with Shiva.
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| torana |
The gateways which mark the four directions and the entrance into the sacred center (represented by the stupa).
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| urna |
The mole in the center of the Buddha's forehead; a mark of his sacred birth and of his spiritual understanding.
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| ushnisha |
The large protuberance on the head of the Buddha; a mark of his sacred birth and of his all-knowing character.
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| Upanishads |
Texts purporting to explain the Vedas.
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"History of Indian Art" (ArH 207), Fall 1998, Department of Art History, University of Oregon.