The Naga Serpent in Malay Divination
The naga is a deified serpent that is a major part of the belief system of many South and Southeast Asian cultures. It is a chthonic creature, and is very strongly associated with rain and water. In Southeast Asia it plays an important role in divinatory practices for activities such as house-building, travelling and marriage. This seminar will explore the variety of texts and images relating to the naga as found in Malay divination manuscripts from the late 18th – early 20th century.
Date:
17 January 2018, 14:00 (Wednesday, 1st week, Hilary 2018)
Venue:
Deakin Room
Speakers:
Speaker to be announced
Organising department:
Asian Studies Centre
Organiser contact email address:
asian@sant.ox.ac.uk
Part of:
Southeast Asia Seminar
Booking required?:
Not required
Audience:
Public
Editor:
Maxime Dargaud-Fons
