Manastambha (column of honor)
GPTKB entity
Statements (22)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instanceOf |
gptkb:Jain_architecture_element
gptkb:monument gptkb:silk |
| gptkbp:etymology |
Sanskrit: 'mana' (pride) + 'stambha' (pillar)
|
| gptkbp:feature |
inscriptions
ornate capitals carvings of Tirthankaras |
| gptkbp:foundIn |
Jain temples
|
| gptkbp:height |
varies (often 30-100 feet)
|
| gptkbp:location |
gptkb:India
Jain temple complexes |
| gptkbp:material |
gptkb:stone
|
| gptkbp:notableExample |
gptkb:Kulpakji_Manastambha
gptkb:Ranakpur_Manastambha gptkb:Shravanabelagola_Manastambha |
| gptkbp:purpose |
symbolize humility
mark temple entrance |
| gptkbp:religion |
gptkb:Jainism
|
| gptkbp:symbolizes |
pillar of humility
|
| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Hutheesing_Temple
|
| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
8
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| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Manastambha (column of honor)
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