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Why there are erotic sculptures in Konark?
The erotic sculptures you see here were made as a medium to attract sexual indulgence. Since women visited in large numbers on a daily basis, the erotic figures motivated them to indulge in more sex with their spouses. This led to more childbirth and in the processes created more warriors for Kalinga”.
What is the secret of Sun Temple?
It was built at the mouth of the Chandrabhaga River but the waterline receded over the years. It was so built that the first ray of the sun fell on the gigantic sun idol kept inside the main temple complex and even today you can tell the time by the rays of the sun falling on the wheels which as sundials.
What is inside Konark Sun Temple?
More than a century after the 13th century world heritage monument– the Sun Temple in Konark was filled with sand, the Archaeological Survey of India now plans to remove the sand from the Jagamohan (assembly hall).
Why are Indian sculptures naked?
Human beings come to this world sans any clothing. Artists of ancient India wanted to depict their subjects closer to nature. Thus, the temple figures are in their most natural form- semi or full nude forms.
Why do Hindu temples have erotic carvings?
Hinduism recognizes the role of sexual desires in human lives. The sexual depictions in some of the temples were mean to not only educate the people, but also to help those who were involved in sexual sadhanas for enlightenment.
Which temple has erotic sculpture?
Khajuraho Group of Monuments
| UNESCO World Heritage Site | |
|---|---|
| Location | Chhatarpur, Madhya Pradesh, India |
| Criteria | Cultural: i, iii |
| Reference | 240 |
| Inscription | 1986 (10th Session) |
Why is Konark Temple cursed?
Myths and mystery associated with Konark Sun Temple Slipping quietly, Narada led Krishna to this spot. Incensed at his son’s apparent lack of propriety, Krishna cursed him to be smitten with leprosy which would obviously affect his beauty.
Who destroyed Konark Temple?
As per another very popular theory, the temple was destroyed by Kalapahad (Kalapahad was the title given to a Muslim governor Sultan Sulaiman Karrani of Bengal) who invaded Orissa in 1508. He had also destroyed many other Hindu temples in Orissa along with the Konark Sun Temple.
Why is Konark temple incomplete?
The Konark Sum Temple was not completed because of the early death of the king Langula Narasimha Dev who initiated the construction of the temple. Next is the theory of lodestone (piece of the mineral magnetite that is naturally magnetized) located at the top of the temple.