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About The Book: Lecture on the Religious Excavations of Western India explores the rich history of religious sites in Western India, focusing on Buddhist, Brahmanical, and Jaina traditions. The lecture examines archaeological excavations that have uncovered ancient temples, monasteries, and sculptures, shedding light on the religious practices and cultural history of these faiths. It highlights key sites like Ajanta, Ellora, and the cave complexes of Gujarat and Maharashtra, revealing the architectural and artistic achievements of these religions. The lecture emphasizes the significance of these excavations in understanding the development of religious and philosophical thought in ancient India. About The Author: John Wilson (1804–1875) was a Scottish Christian missionary, orientalist, and scholar who made significant contributions to the religious and educational landscape of 19th-century India. Arriving in Bombay in 1829, he founded Wilson College and promoted European-style education. A prolific writer, Wilson authored works on Hinduism, Parsi religion, and Indian archaeology, including A Memoir of Mrs. Margaret Wilson (1838), Religious Excavations of Western India (1875), and India Three Thousand Years Ago (1858). He also documented Buddhist, Brahmanical, and Jain temples, playing a pivotal role in the cultural and religious discourse between Britain and India during the colonial era. The Title 'Lecture on the Religious Excavations of Western India, Buddhist, Brahmanical, and Jaina written/authored/edited by John Wilson', published in the year 2025. The ISBN 9789370148598 is assigned to the Paperback version of this title. This book has total of pp. 90 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is Religion. Size of the book is 13.34 x 21.59 cms.