INSCRIPITION : HISTORY
NEWS : The
ASI is copying inscriptions from two temples in Srirangam and Manachanallur
taluks, Tiruchi district.
WHAT’S IN THE NEWS ?
Mattrurai
Varadeswarar Temple, Thiruvasi:
- Inscriptions Period: Believed to be from the
Kulothunga Chola period.
- Historical Significance: Reflects the Chola
dynasty's contributions to art, architecture, and temple endowments.
- Cultural Context: Highlights the importance
of religion and temple patronage during the Chola rule.
Agneeswarar
Temple, Periya Karuppur:
- Inscriptions Period: Dates back to the
Vijayanagara Kingdom of the 14th century.
- Significance: Emphasizes the continued
tradition of temple donations and patronage by Vijayanagara rulers.
- Cultural Context: These inscriptions often
recorded grants of land or resources to temples, showcasing the connection
between political power and religious institutions.
General
Insights:
- Socio-Political and Economic
Systems:
Inscriptions provide insights into the role of temples as cultural,
religious, and economic hubs in mediaeval South India.
- Temple Architecture and
Practices:
Reflects the evolution of temple architecture and religious practices
across different dynasties.
Source : https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/tamil-nadu/asi-copying-old-stone-inscriptions-on-temple-walls-in-tiruchi-district/article68593754.ece