Jainism

Author(s): M R Gelra
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royal attire and crown. Bharat is shown with his hands folded and head bowed in modesty. Behind him is depicted a bull which is specific to Jina Rishbdev. Vidyanandji comments that the excavation findings represent a civilization, which had well developed ethnicity and traditions.
Harappa
A bull painting found in the Indus Valley Civilization [9]
These seals are not accidental but are representative of a well-established culture. Some statues have been discovered also in the meditative mood, the half shut eyes, being fixed on the tips of the nose both in the sitting and standing poses. These statues and images on the seals may be taken to indicate that the people of Indus Valley at this time not only practiced Yoga but also worshipped the images of Yogis. We, therefore find a conclusive proof of antiquity of Jainism - a religion pioneered by Lord Rishbhdev".
According to Jain tradition, bull is a characteristic symbol of Lord Rishbhdev. A seal obtained in Mohenjodaro excavations is of a bull with some script. The script of the seal has not been deciphered till today, however it gives understanding regarding the antiquity of the Jains.
Jain Antiquity Jainism is widely known to be one of the most ancient religions of India. To chronically decipher an ancient religion, relentless efforts have been made to evaluate and consolidate facts of Jainism with fiction that links missing pieces together, gather proof of Jainism and evaluate it with the preaching of Jain leaders and finally, collect evidence of Jainism and consider it with eventuality. Jainism represents the ancient Indian culture, known by the name, Shramana Sanskriti.
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