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Murti Schofield
In the Hindu tradition, a ''murti'' ( sa, मूर्ति, mūrti, ) is a devotional image such as a statue, or "idol" (a common and non-pejorative term in Indian English), of a deity or saint. In Hindu temples, it is a symbolic icon. Thus, not all Hindu images of gods and saints are ''murti'', for example, purely decorative sculptures in temples and on the streets. A ''murti'' is itself not a god in Hinduism, but it is a shape, embodiment, or manifestation of a deity. ''Murti'' are also found in some nontheistic Jain traditions, where they serve as symbols of revered mortals inside Jain temples, and are worshiped in ''murtipujaka'' rituals. A ''murti'' is typically made by carving stone, wood working, metal casting or through pottery. Ancient era texts describing their proper proportions, positions and gestures include the Puranas, Agamas, and Samhitas.Klaus Klostermaier (2010), ''A Survey of Hinduism'', State University of New York Press, , pages 264–267 The expressions ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Murthy
Murthy/Murthi/Murty is a surname from the Indian states of Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, and Telangana. It is found commonly amongst Brahmins as a personal name or surname. Notable people Notable people with the surname Murthy include: * Bayya Suryanarayana Murthy (1906–1979), Parliamentarian and leader of Dalit movement in India * Dipika Murthy (born 1980), Indian hockey player * H. R. Keshava Murthy, Indian Gamaka exponent * H. S. Venkateshamurthy (born 1944), poet, playwright in Kannada Language. * Karanam Balaram Krishna Murthy (born 1946), Indian politician * Krishnan Guru-Murthy (born 1970), British television presenter and journalist * M. Chidananda Murthy (1931–2020), Indian scholar * M. R. N. Murthy, Indian scientist and academic * M. Rajasekara Murthy (1922–2010), Indian politician * Mahesh Murthy (born 1965), founder of Pinstorm * Mano Murthy, Indian musician and composer * N. R. Narayana Murthy (born 1946), founder of Infosys * R. Narayana Murthy ( ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
