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from the discarded horns of cows and bulls. Brothers Tejpal and Vastupal, who built the Luna Vasahi, fell victim to another Indian myth, the enduring confict between their wives. In this case, the egos of both women were satisfied, with a gokhra (enclosure) erected for the Jeṭhāni (elder sister-in-law) and the Derāni (yonger sister-in-law) outside the sanctum. However, the Jeṭhāni had the last word, as usual, gaining 25 elephants at the base of her gokhra as opposed to the unfortunate Derāni's 24, and forcing the statue atop the later's to bow in deference to her own upright idol. The carving at Luna Vasahi surpasses even the Vimal Vasahi, the delicacy of the portrayal of the Revati-kund (a Junagadh water tank), of sunflowers, and of the vigorous folk-dance garbā, being creations of ineffable genius.
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Superbly Sculpted Figure of Krsna with the Gopis: Atmosphere of Peace, Gaiety and Humour
The true centre of the Jaina temple lies not at the sanctum, but on the domed ceiling with its pendant, usually lotus-shaped, that explodes downward toward the viewer, a compelling spark of spiritual illumination. Ranged around the pendant are figures of goddesses in graceful activity and a supporting cast of animals. The circular form confirms the feeling of a complete whole : Man, Animal and Nature united in the unique and immortal Jaina concept of ahimsā, respect for all life.
Babul and Eucalyptus trees shade the beautiful hour's drive to, Ranakpur, located in a glen and blessed with plentiful water. The temples
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