“Since ancient times, Hindus have expressed their love and devotion to their deities through dressing and decorating them lavishly. In this pioneering study of temples in India, readers will discover a universe in which art, religious action, and devotion are dynamically intertwined.”

“A delight . . . original, well-written, and thoughtfully organized.”
 — David L. Haberman, author of Journey Through the Twelve Forests

“[D]oes something truly wonderful: it shows that the clothes that gods wear convey critical information which is hidden to those who 'see through' the clothes and so miss key significations. . . . The wonderful blend of methods and insights from art history, ethnography, and history of religions makes the book compelling.”
 — Lindsey Harlan, Connecticut College

“[T]he material is presented in an easy and accessible manner . . . Recommended.”
 — Choice

“The art of Loving Krishna provides a richly descriptive yet engagingly analytical entrance into the world of Krishna-bhakti as practiced today in Vrindavan, Jaipur, and in the wider world. . . . [T]his book adds a fresh voice to several scholarly discourses and calls for further attention to the ephemeral side of Hindu worship traditions. ”
 — Journal of Hindu Studies