________________ YAKSHAS AND YAKSHINIS him Ghantakarna Mahavir by mistake. That creates confusion between Lord Mahavir and Ghantakarna Vir. He is not connected to Lord Mahavir in any way. Nakoda Bhairava This is the deity of Bhairava. This deity is usually found near the entrance of the temple. People from far and near visit the shrine and make offerings to the deity upon fulfillment of their material desires. It is a positive force around the temple. Bhomiyaji This deity is in the shape of a mountain. It is the natural positive energy of the mountain Sametshikhar. This energy inspires and guides believers and the pilgrims in completing their pilgrimage of Sametshikhar peacefully. "Be true to your inner being and all religions are fulfilled" JAIN PHILOSOPHY AND PRACTICE I 141 Jain Education International Jain Education International For Private & Personal Use Only www.jainelibrary.org
