Jain Inscriptions of Rajasthan

SR No.: 001596
Original Sutra Author: N/A
Author: Ramvallabh Somani
Publisher: Rajasthan Prakrit Bharti Sansthan Jaipur
Publication Year: 1982
Total Pages: 350
Language: English
Classification: Book_English, Art, & History
File Size: 17 MB

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example the Arasana82A inscription of the 13th century A. D. mentions the names of Karmat and Virdeva, whose descendants used the names Khimsingh, Arisingh etc.
Joint Family System :
The joint family system was quite prevalent. The family being the nucleus of all social activities of the individual, stress was laid on maintaining the traditional form and values. Existence of joint families is reflected in the fact that several icons were installed for the benediction of uncles, aunts and their sons. There were joint families in which the father, grandfather, uncles and their sons etc. of an individual lived together under the same roof. Several inscriptions testify to this fact. The joint family system helped in keeping an individual under the control of the senior members of the family. Attachment to religious activities was common and helped in keeping an individual away from vices like gambling, drinking, adultery etc. Most of the Jain inscriptions contain the words “from the own earnings of the righteous83 means" proving that due value was attached to religious sentiment. Such religious sentiments were responsible for the creation of works of art and public benefit, such as the construction of temples, copying of the manuscripts, installation of icons etc.
Position of Women :
Jain inscriptions also throw light about various benevolent activities done by the women. Inclination towards religious activities is generally seen more in women than in men. Several Devakulikas (Small shrines attached to large ones) were installed by them. Many icons were also dedicated at their instance. Important religious scriptures were copied through their donations.
82A. Abu V No. 11
83. Vinay Sagar-Introduction,