Brief
of the Diety: |
Bhagwan
Rishabh Deo is revered by Vaishnavas and Janis both. The
idol of Bhagwan Rishabh Deo is in a setting posture, cross
legged. The black stone idol is 105 centimeters high.
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Religious
sect to which the temple belongs: |
Jain,
Vaishnava (Sanatan) cult
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Architecture
of the Temple: |
Important
Architectural Characteristics: |
The
size of the Sanctum Sanctorum is 6'7"x6' where as
the pillared portico is 14'6"x16'. The from chowk
of the temple is 6'9"x5'. There are nine seats and
statues (idols) of Ajit Nath, Sambhava Nath, Sumati Nath
and Nemi Nath. There are fifty two Jinalayas or niches
for Jain idols. In the circumambulatory path there are
idols of Charbhuja (four armed Vishnu), Parshwa Nath,
Somnath Mahadev. There is a Rasoi (Kitchen) and also a
Kothar (Store house). A Dharmashala or lodge of 154
rooms can accommodate many visitors. The temple is
heavily guarded by armed guard numbering sixty. They are
under the control of the security officer. Round the
clock armed guards keep a strong vigil.
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Important
Architectural Characteristics: |
Typical
temple architecture of those times. Specialties are:-
(1) Toran (gates); (2) Sabha Mandap
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(Pillared
portico); (3) Nava chowki (nine square seats); (4)
Nataraj; (5) Indra-Gandharva; (6) Saraswati
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Material
of Construction: |
Marble
and lime mortar.
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Total
Construction Time: |
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Religious
aspects of temple: |
Rishabh
Deo, according to Shri Bhagwat Purana was the son of
Nabhi and Meru. He was father of a hundred sons. Bharata
was his eldest son. Having relinquished his Kingdom for
his son, he became an ascetic and began to live the life
of a recluse. His penance was extremely severe and
austere. He became skeleton thin, all his flesh gone.
His ascetic wonderings were in the western part of
Bharat Varsha as the Parana relates. He was the founder
the Jain faith. He is known as the first Tirthankara of
the Jains. Devotees come to this temple to offer prayers
and beg for the deity's grace, which can do marvelous
things and fulfill their wishes.
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Unique
features of the temple: |
Unique architecture and idols exquisitely artistic make
the temple highly attractive. On the main gate, there is
a round tomb like Shikhar and six drum seats.
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Festivals
& Fairs in Temple (Main Events): |
In the
black half of Chaitra month, the birth anniversary of
Rishabh Deoji is celebrated on eighth day. A fair is
also held.
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Timings: |
Morning
Time: |
Summer:
5.45 am to 6.30 pm |
Evening
Time:
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Winter:
6.30 am to 8.30 pm |
Custom
& Traditions of Temple: |
The
idol is given ceremonial milk and water both in the
morning and at noon respectively. Saffron is used in
abundance. The deity wears an angi jutted with gems.
Horse riding idol is carried in a procession, Hindu
festivals and celebrations are also held.
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Details
of Temple: |
Sanctrum:(Sanctorum) |
1 |
Rasoi: |
1 |
Others: |
Toran
(gates), Sabha Mandap (Pillared portico), Nava chowki
(nine squareseats), Nataraj, Indra-Gandharva, Saraswati |
Vandana
(If any particular) in text: |
Chait
Vandan (temple worship), Nava Anga Pooja (worship of
nine organs), Ashtaka Pooja (worship of eight times a
day), Phool Pooja (offering of flowers), Jala Doodh
Pooja (Offering water and milk), Kesar Pooja (Offering
of Saffron) and Vaishnava prayers are performed.
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Issues
requiring global attention for conservation, protection
and improvement of the temple: |
Armed
guards numbering sixty heavily guard the Temple. They
are under the control of the security officer. Round the
clock armed guards keep a strong vigil. This rich and
culturally and spiritually highly deemed temple for its
richness of architecture and sculpture must be preserved
as heritage.
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