Jinamanjari 2000 04 No 21

Author(s): Jinamanjari
Publisher: Canada Bramhi Jain Society Publication

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5. Annihalation of Jaina temples cannot always be attributed to the act of nonJaina hostile sects because, an element of natural devastation has to be considered. 6. Appropriation of Jaina temples does not always mean an act of vengeance. Giving margin for such nemesis, we should consider a very large number of unprotected Jaina chapels, lying vacant for centuries. Hence, those who were willing to save the old architectural remains volunteered to requisition the holy places of worship of their choice. Hence, appropriation of holy places cannot be generalized as an act of retribution.4
Jina Supärśva image in the pond at Tippuru in Mandya disytrict
Jain temple at Jinanathapura, near Sravanabelgola
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