On the kakshasana (seat backs), the depiction of Vamana, an avatar of Vishnu, stands prominently. Vamana is portrayed with four arms, although two are damaged. In his upper right hand, he holds a pustaka (book). This attribute holds significant symbolism, as Vishnu in his Vamana avatar assumes the form of a Brahmin, embodying the essence of divine wisdom contained within the Vedas.
Location:
Bhilwara
Date_accepted:
2024-06-20T10:15:58Z
Modified:
2024-06-20T12:07:09Z
Type:
Image
Creator:
Temples of India Project Team
Contributor:
Dr Nikita Rathore
Publisher:
Jio Institute
Rights:
http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/
References:
Mandakini Kund, 11th to 13th century CE, Early Medieval, Temple, Bhilwara, Rajasthan, Architecture, Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Hazareshwar Temple, Undeshwar Temple, Nagara Style of Architecture, Mahakal Temple, and Bijolia Group of Temples