JAIN TEMPLES
Jaisalmer

Viewing the Tirhanakarastatue in the inner sanctum. One can recognize which of the two Jain sects a Tirhanakararepresents by looking at the eyes. Wide open, enameled eyes mark a Svetambara, while closed eyes indicate a Digambara. Read about the two Jain sects on the main Jain page.

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