circumambulation

(noun)

The act of walking around something in a circle, especially for a ritual purpose.

Related Terms

Examples of circumambulation in the following topics:

  • Temple Style of the North

    • It also contains the garbha graha, or womb-chamber, in which a particular idol or deity is housed, in a process that is called circumambulation.
    • In Hindu culture, circumambulation is a mark of respect.
    • It also contains the garbha graha, or womb-chamber, in which the idol or deity is housed, in a process that is called circumambulation,

  • Northern Style Temples in Southeast Asia

    • In Hindu culture, this kind of circumambulation is a mark of respect.
    • It also contains the garbha graha, or womb-chamber, in which the idol or deity is housed, in a process that is called circumambulation,