manastambha

GPTKB entity

Statements (19)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf gptkb:silk
Jain architecture element
gptkbp:culturalSignificance important in Jain temple architecture
gptkbp:etymology Sanskrit: 'mana' (pride) + 'stambha' (pillar)
gptkbp:feature may have images of Tirthankaras
often intricately carved
gptkbp:foundIn Jain temples
gptkbp:height varies, often tall
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label manastambha
gptkbp:location in front of Jain temple entrance
gptkbp:material gptkb:stone
gptkbp:notableExample gptkb:Moodabidri
gptkb:Shravanabelagola
gptkb:Kulpakji
gptkbp:purpose symbolize humility
remind devotees to shed pride
gptkbp:religion gptkb:Jainism
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Shri_Mahavirji
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6