The sacred complex of Billeswar Devalaya (study)
by Rajesh Kakati | 2019 | 72,486 words
This essay studies the sacred complex of Billeswar Devalaya by exploring the historical, cultural, and religious significance of this ancient shrine in Assam (northeastern India). It emphasizes how this temple, also known as Billbeshwar Devaloy, functions as a focal point of faith and tradition for the surrounding communities. The research further ...
Part 3.4 - The performance of Sankirtan
[Full title: Performing Arts under the auspices of the Devalaya (4) Sankirtan]
Sankirtan is a folk devotional performance done in the Devalaya, Namghar, Kirtan Ghara or at homes in praise of Lord Krishna. It is originally promoted by Chaitanyadev the preacher of Vaishnavism from West Bengal part.
Two folk musical instruments are used with Sankirtan. They are:
The term comes from the Sanskrit root, kirtan, which means praising, celebrating or glorifying.