Book Title: Ahimsa the Science of Peace
Author(s): Surendra Bothra
Publisher: Prakrit Bharti Academy

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________________ partnership of Sri Nakoda ji in their firm and the allotted share in profit is sincerely donated to the Tirth without exception. It is a firm belief that Sri Nakoda Bhairava Dev fulfills all desires of his true devotees. 2. ADINATH BHAGWAN On a high platform behind the main Parshwanath temple is the Adinath Temple. Formerly, it was Vimalnath Temple. The outer walls of the Shrine are of sand stone with intricate carvings of heavenly figures, musicians singers and dancers. This is also called Sravika Lachhibai Temple. This temple is said to have been built up in 1524 AD that time the image of Bhagwan Vimal Nath was installed. 3. BHAGWAN MAHAVIR This marvelous Pratima (Idol) is believed to be formerly seated in the present Parshwanath Temple. It is said to be one of the many Tirthankar images of the Samprati era. The famous Jain king Samprati was the grand son of Emperor Ashoka. 4. SHRI SHANTINATH BHAGWAN Just after the main gate (Suraj Pole) of the center we come across the marble steps leading to the graceful “Toran", which has expressive carving in sand stone. Famous Sravak Malla Shah constructed this temple in the fifteenth Century. AHIMSA: THE SCIENCE OF PEACE Jain Education International For Private & Personal Use Only www.jainelibrary.org

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