Varuna is depicted alongside his vahana (mount), the makara (crocodile-like mythological sea creature). In his upper right hand, he holds a pasha (noose), symbolizing his control over the cosmic forces. In his upper left hand, he holds a pushpa (flower), representing his connection to the natural world. His lower left-hand holds a kamandalu (water pot), signifying purity and sustenance, while his lower right hand extends in varada hasta (boon-giving gesture).
Location:
Bhilwara
Date_accepted:
2024-06-20T10:16:03Z
Modified:
2024-06-20T11:34:31Z
Type:
Image
Creator:
Temples of India Project Team
Contributor:
Dr Nikita Rathore
Publisher:
Jio Institute
Rights:
http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/
References:
Mahakal Temple, 11th to 13th century CE, Mandakini Kund, Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Temple, Bijolia Group of Temples, Bhilwara, Early Medieval, Architecture, Hazareshwar Temple, Nagara Style of Architecture, Rajasthan, and Undeshwar Temple