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181. Hero Stone depicting the hero and his journey to the heavenly abode

Description:: Seen here is a small size hero stone, similar in dimensions to the adjacent hero stones. It is a rectangular stone slab without a triangular finial. The panel depicting the hero and his journey to the heavenly abode differs slightly from others. Here, there is no figure mounted on a horseback; instead, there is a supine human figure next to another figure standing with folded hands. The depiction likely indicates the hero’s death and his attainment of moksha (freedom from the eternal cycle of life, death, and rebirth). This unique portrayal is not found on any other hero stones fragment in the Suswani Mata Temple.
Keyword:: Suswani Mata , Latina Nagara , Jodhpur Circle , Morkhana, Rajasthan, Parvati, Temples of India Project, Suswani Mata Temple, Bikaner, Maru Gurjara, Suswani Maa, Raja Mayurdhwaj, Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), and 10th century CE
Creator:: Temples of India Project Team
Contributor:: Swapna Joshi
Owner:: tushar1.ayyar@jioinstitute.edu.in
Publisher:: Jio Institute
Location:: Bikaner
Date Uploaded:: 25-06-2024
Date Modified:: 25-06-2024
Rights Statement Tesim:: In Copyright
Resource Type:: Image

182. Hero stone with the hero mounted on a horse

Description:: Another small stone fragment, likely originally part of a larger hero stones, is now housed in the premises of the Suswani Mata Temple. This fragment is noticeably less ornate compared to the larger stone slabs. It depicts only two figures, one is the hero mounted on a horse, and the other is a figure standing with folded hands. The human figures are carved within rectangular niches on the fragment. There are no remaining traces of writing left on the lower side of this hero stones fragment.
Keyword:: Jodhpur Circle , Latina Nagara , Temples of India Project, Raja Mayurdhwaj, Morkhana, Rajasthan, 10th century CE, Parvati, Bikaner, Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Maru Gurjara, Suswani Mata Temple, Suswani Mata , and Suswani Maa
Creator:: Temples of India Project Team
Contributor:: Swapna Joshi
Owner:: tushar1.ayyar@jioinstitute.edu.in
Publisher:: Jio Institute
Location:: Bikaner
Date Uploaded:: 25-06-2024
Date Modified:: 25-06-2024
Rights Statement Tesim:: In Copyright
Resource Type:: Image

183. Carving of a hero riding on a horse

Description:: Seen here is one of the most damaged hero stones fragments found within the Suswani Mata Temple Complex. Carved on a rectangular slab with a triangular top, this fragment features figures carved inside a relief niche. Although not clearly visible, the carving depicts the hero riding on a horse. The presence of inscriptions on the lower portion of the hero stones is uncertain due to its condition. However, given its stylistically similarity to adjacent fragments, it is plausible that this fragment originally included some form of inscription.
Keyword:: Suswani Mata , Latina Nagara , Jodhpur Circle , Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Rajasthan, Parvati, Temples of India Project, Suswani Mata Temple, Bikaner, Maru Gurjara, Suswani Maa, Raja Mayurdhwaj, Morkhana, and 10th century CE
Creator:: Temples of India Project Team
Contributor:: Swapna Joshi
Owner:: tushar1.ayyar@jioinstitute.edu.in
Publisher:: Jio Institute
Location:: Bikaner
Date Uploaded:: 25-06-2024
Date Modified:: 25-06-2024
Rights Statement Tesim:: In Copyright
Resource Type:: Image

184. Hero stone depicting a human figure mounted on horseback

Description:: Seen here is a smaller hero stone, characterized by its simple ornamentation and minimal figural depiction. It features only a human figure mounted on horseback, representing the deceased hero. The plain stone surface of the hero stones may have originally included epigraphical etchings.
Keyword:: Jodhpur Circle , Latina Nagara , Temples of India Project, Raja Mayurdhwaj, Morkhana, Rajasthan, 10th century CE, Parvati, Bikaner, Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Maru Gurjara, Suswani Mata Temple, Suswani Mata , and Suswani Maa
Creator:: Temples of India Project Team
Contributor:: Swapna Joshi
Owner:: tushar1.ayyar@jioinstitute.edu.in
Publisher:: Jio Institute
Location:: Bikaner
Date Uploaded:: 25-06-2024
Date Modified:: 25-06-2024
Rights Statement Tesim:: In Copyright
Resource Type:: Image

185. Hero stone depicting a hero wielding a sword and shield while riding on a horse

Description:: A fragmentary hero stone depicts the hero riding on horseback, wielding a sword and shield, poised for battle against the enemy. Adjacent to him stands a human figure with folded hands, likely another small figure kneels in front of the standing figure, bowing down. The narrative depicted on this hero stones is similar to other hero stones in the complex.
Keyword:: Suswani Mata , Latina Nagara , Jodhpur Circle , Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Rajasthan, Parvati, Temples of India Project, Suswani Mata Temple, Bikaner, Maru Gurjara, 10th century CE, Raja Mayurdhwaj, Morkhana, and Suswani Maa
Creator:: Temples of India Project Team
Contributor:: Swapna Joshi
Owner:: tushar1.ayyar@jioinstitute.edu.in
Publisher:: Jio Institute
Location:: Bikaner
Date Uploaded:: 25-06-2024
Date Modified:: 25-06-2024
Rights Statement Tesim:: In Copyright
Resource Type:: Image

186. Modern Mandapa of the Suswani Mata Temple

Description:: Seen here is the modern mandapa (pillared hall) of the Suswani Mata Temple. To its south side are some historical fragments consisting of Hero stones, which are worshipped as veeron ke pathar (stones of heroic people). The original location of these fragments is unknown, but today they are an integral part of the rituals performed by devotees visiting the temple.
Keyword:: Suswani Mata , Latina Nagara , Jodhpur Circle , Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Rajasthan, Parvati, Temples of India Project, Suswani Mata Temple, Bikaner, Maru Gurjara, 10th century CE, Raja Mayurdhwaj, Morkhana, and Suswani Maa
Creator:: Temples of India Project Team
Contributor:: Swapna Joshi
Owner:: tushar1.ayyar@jioinstitute.edu.in
Publisher:: Jio Institute
Location:: Bikaner
Date Uploaded:: 25-06-2024
Date Modified:: 25-06-2024
Rights Statement Tesim:: In Copyright
Resource Type:: Image

187. Two of the largest hero stones in the Suswani Mata Temple

Description:: Seen here are two of the largest hero stones found among the fragments in the Suswani Mata Temple. Interestingly, both slabs feature a similar type of depiction where the upper half shows certain human figures while the lower half of the stone slab is empty. The finials of the hero stones are stylized as temple shikharas (superstructures), specifically latina shikharas (mono-spired). Approximately four feet in height and a half foot in width, these hero stones are unique specimens and constitute an important corpus of historical data. The plain portions of the stone slabs have very faint remains of inscriptions, which might contain information about the person in whose honour the hero stone was carved.
Keyword:: Jodhpur Circle , Latina Nagara , Temples of India Project, Raja Mayurdhwaj, Morkhana, Rajasthan, 10th century CE, Parvati, Bikaner, Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Maru Gurjara, Suswani Mata Temple, Suswani Mata , and Suswani Maa
Creator:: Temples of India Project Team
Contributor:: Swapna Joshi
Owner:: tushar1.ayyar@jioinstitute.edu.in
Publisher:: Jio Institute
Location:: Bikaner
Date Uploaded:: 25-06-2024
Date Modified:: 25-06-2024
Rights Statement Tesim:: In Copyright
Resource Type:: Image

188. Depiction of a hero embarked on an expedition on a hero stone

Description:: The topmost portion of the hero stone slab has a depiction of four figures, three standing on foot and one mounted on a horse. This is a depiction of the ‘hero’ who embarked on an expedition, fought against enemies, and ultimately lost his life on the battleground. The erection of the hero stones is a tribute to honour his heroic deeds and sacrifice. He is also accompanied by some other figures, but the vermilion and oil make them difficult to identify. The three figures standing in front of the hero may represent celestial damsels who are shown bowing down to him. However, due to the presence of vermilion and oil on the stone, discerning their identities is challenging.
Keyword:: Jodhpur Circle , Latina Nagara , Temples of India Project, Raja Mayurdhwaj, Morkhana, Rajasthan, 10th century CE, Parvati, Bikaner, Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Maru Gurjara, Suswani Mata Temple, Suswani Mata , and Suswani Maa
Creator:: Temples of India Project Team
Contributor:: Swapna Joshi
Owner:: tushar1.ayyar@jioinstitute.edu.in
Publisher:: Jio Institute
Location:: Bikaner
Date Uploaded:: 25-06-2024
Date Modified:: 25-06-2024
Rights Statement Tesim:: In Copyright
Resource Type:: Image

189. Twelve stone slab fragments of hero stones and sculptures

Description:: Twelve stone slab fragments of hero stones and sculptures are placed on a low pedestal. People worship the stones of the brave souls and offer grains and sweets, after smearing them with vermilion. The stone fragments are often rubbed with oil, which has seeped into the incisions of the inscriptions. Due to continuous worship, the intricate details of the slabs are lost.
Keyword:: Jodhpur Circle , Latina Nagara , Temples of India Project, Raja Mayurdhwaj, Morkhana, Rajasthan, 10th century CE, Parvati, Bikaner, Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Maru Gurjara, Suswani Mata Temple, Suswani Mata , and Suswani Maa
Creator:: Temples of India Project Team
Contributor:: Swapna Joshi
Owner:: tushar1.ayyar@jioinstitute.edu.in
Publisher:: Jio Institute
Location:: Bikaner
Date Uploaded:: 25-06-2024
Date Modified:: 25-06-2024
Rights Statement Tesim:: In Copyright
Resource Type:: Image

190. Three-faced Brahma figure

Description:: The three-faced Brahma wears a jatamukuta (crown of matted hair) and carries a shruka (sacrificial ladle) and putaka (water vessel) in the upper arms, along with a kamandalu (water pot) and akshamala (rosary) in the lower arms.
Keyword:: Mahakal Temple, 11th to 13th century CE, Mandakini Kund, Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Rajasthan, Bijolia Group of Temples, Bhilwara, Early Medieval, Undeshwar Temple, Hazareshwar Temple, Nagara Style of Architecture, Temple, and Architecture
Creator:: Temples of India Project Team
Contributor:: Dr Nikita Rathore
Owner:: tushar1.ayyar@jioinstitute.edu.in
Publisher:: Jio Institute
Location:: Bhilwara
Date Uploaded:: 25-06-2024
Date Modified:: 25-06-2024
Rights Statement Tesim:: In Copyright
Resource Type:: Image

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