Religious Beliefs in IVC?
Introduction : The people of the Harappan society were deeply religious in nature. In the absence of ruins of any temple, altar or statue of gods, we have to rely only on figurines and seals of religious significance to have an idea regarding their religious belief. The abundance of material remains from the Harappan sites help us to form ideas about the practical aspect of their religious faith. Worship of Mother Goddess One of the most important aspects of Harappan religion was worship of Mother Goddess. A large number of terracotta figurines in various postures have been unearthed from the ruins. These statues are believed to be of Mother Goddess. Most of these images are shown wearing elaborate headdresses. One interesting seal from Harappa shows one female figure standing upside down with outstretched legs and a tree sprouting from her womb. Scholars opine that she symbolizes the Goddess of Fertility or Plant Goddess. In another seal we find a female figure with upraise...
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