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A History of Mongolian Shamanism

A History of Mongolian Shamanism

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This book explores the evolution of Mongolian shamanism, comparing it to modern Mongols' Buddhist teachings, and suggesting that it may have contributed to the rise of great empires.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 62 pages
Publication date: 28 February 2023
Publisher: Springer Verlag, Singapore


This comprehensive book delves into the rich tapestry of Mongolian shamanism, tracing its evolution from ancient times to the downfall of great empires like the Yuan Dynasty in the fourteenth century. Through meticulous research and analysis of archaeological discoveries and historical texts such as the Mongolian Secret History, the author offers a profound exploration of this fascinating tradition. Moreover, the book introduces readers to the profound cultural and ideological disparities between Mongolian shamanists, who adhere to the belief in the Eternal Blue Sky, and modern Mongols, who follow Buddhist teachings. In the concluding chapters, the authors posit a thought-provoking notion that Mongolian shamanism may have played a pivotal role in the construction of formidable empires, highlighting its profound influence on Mongolian culture and literature during the Middle Ages.

This comprehensive book delves into the rich tapestry of Mongolian shamanism, tracing its evolution from ancient times to the downfall of great empires like the Yuan Dynasty in the fourteenth century. Through meticulous research and analysis of archaeological discoveries and historical texts such as the Mongolian Secret History, the author offers a profound exploration of this fascinating tradition. Moreover, the book introduces readers to the profound cultural and ideological disparities between Mongolian shamanists, who adhere to the belief in the Eternal Blue Sky, and modern Mongols, who follow Buddhist teachings. In the concluding chapters, the authors posit a thought-provoking notion that Mongolian shamanism may have played a pivotal role in the construction of formidable empires, highlighting its profound influence on Mongolian culture and literature during the Middle Ages.

Weight: 142g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9789811694622
Edition number: 1st ed. 2022

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