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Virtual Lecture Series: The Act of “Seeing” in Hindu Art
Learn about darshan and the Hindu deities from our collection
Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2024 | 10 AM Online via Zoom
This talk offers a chance to see some of the fabulous depictions of Hindu deities from the Asian Art Museum’s collection. Because Hinduism holds that even representations of deities possess divinity, the act of darshan (viewing an image of a deity) can be profound and auspicious for the believer. From the ten Avatars of Vishnu and the various forms of Shiva to a host of complex female deities, explore the storied pantheon of Hindu gods and goddesses and the powerful possibilities of darshan.
This one-hour virtual lecture by one of our community speaker docents is followed by a half-hour Q&A.
10:05 AM | Welcome
10:10 AM | Program
11:00 AM | Q&A
Members at every level are invited to attend this virtual event.
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Image: The Hindu deity Durga worshipped by Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva. India or Pakistan (1850-1900). Opaque watercolors on paper, Gift of George Hopper Fitch. Asian Art Museum, South Asian Art, B86D14.
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This lecture will be recorded so members can watch again at their leisure at the Virtual Member's Lounge.
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