murtis

(noun)

Images that express a divine spirit.

Related Terms

Examples of murtis in the following topics:

  • Temple Style of the South

    • A characteristic of most temples is the presence of murtis (statues) of the Hindu deity to whom the temple is dedicated.
    • However, some temples are dedicated to several deities, and others are dedicated to murtis in an iconic form.

  • Southern Style Temples in Southeast Asia

    • A characteristic of most temples is the presence of murtis (statues) of the Hindu deity to whom the temple is dedicated.
    • However, some temples are dedicated to several deities, and others are dedicated to murtis in an iconic form.

  • Architecture of Hindu Temples

    • A Hindu temple generally consists of a garba griha ("womb chamber"), the inner sanctum in which the murti, or idol of the deity, is housed; a congregation hall; and sometimes an antechamber and porch.