UPSC Art & Culture UPSC UPSC UPSC UPSC UPSC UPSC Upsc Upsc UPSC UPSC UPSC UPSC UPSC UPSC Upsc UPSC™
UPSC Art & Culture UPSC UPSC UPSC UPSC UPSC UPSC Upsc Upsc UPSC UPSC UPSC UPSC UPSC UPSC Upsc UPSC™
June 19, 2025 at 01:45 PM
🔆 Key Features of Jain Sculptures in the Mathura School 📍 Depiction of Tirthankaras ✅ Jain sculptures portray 24 Tirthankaras, especially Parshvanatha, Rishabhanatha, and Mahavira. ✅ Seated Jina: In padmasana (lotus pose), dhyana mudra (meditative), nude to symbolize renunciation. ✅ Standing Jina: In Kayotsarga posture—upright, hands down to knees. 📍 Emblems and Symbols ✅ Each Tirthankara is identified by unique symbols—e.g., lion for Mahavira, bull for Rishabhanatha. ✅ Ayagapatas: Square slabs with symbols like Jina stupa, swastika, twin fish, etc. Essence: These sculptures reflect Jain spiritual values—detachment, symbolism, and devotional art.
👍 1

Comments