Jainism in Odisha (Orissa)
by Ashis Ranjan Sahoo | 2015 | 106,639 words
This essay studies the presence of Jainism in Odisha or Orissa by documenting the Art, Architecture and Iconography of Jaina images, relics, structures and establishments from different districts. In Odisha, archaeological evidences show how Jainism flourished during the 1st century BCE during the reign of emperor Kharavela, stating that Jainism wa...
Parsvanatha image at Dhabalesvara Temple, Baidyesvara
An image of Parsvanatha is found in a small temple namely Dhabales vara temple within the Baidyesvara temple complex at Baidyesvara (Pls.XXIIIA-XXIIIB). It is situated at the summit of the hillock, locally called as Hatia on the right bank of the river Mahanadi. It is located on the north-western outskirts of the village Baidyesvara and on the way to Simhanatha Siva temple. It is abo ut 9km north-east of Kalapathar chowk and 25km from Banki.
Parsvanatha:
The Tirthankara carved out of chlorite schist stone block (73x38 x18cm) stands in kayotsarga posture over a double petalled lotus pedestal. A seven hooded snake canopy is noticed above his head. Naga and Nagi figures along with male and female devotees with folded hands are also depicted on the lotus pedestal. The Tirthankara is flanked by chauri bearers at the bottom, astagrahas four on each side at the middle and flying garland bearers, cymbal and drum played with invisible hands are depicted at the top.