Lodhurva Jain Temple- Rajasthan

Address

Lodhurva Jain Temple- Ramgarh Road, Ram Kund, Jaisalmer, Rajasthan- 345001

Diety

Parshvanatha.

Introduction

Lodhurva Jain temple is a Jain temple, Located in the Lodhruva village of Jaisalmer district in Rajasthan. The Lodurva Jain Temple is located 16 kms away from the Jaisalmer city. Lodurva, the ancient capital city of Bhatti Rajputs was once a flourishing city but lost most of the splendor when the Bhattis shifted their capital to Jaisalmer. Nakoda is a major attraction due to the age-old ruined Jain temples. The most mesmerizing experience will be the peacock dance amid exotic Lodurva ruins.

Puranic Significance

Lodhruva was established as the capital by Rawal Deoraj, the Bhati clan, in 8th−9th century CE. The temple was constructed in the 9th century along with city of Lodhruva. Rawal Jaisal, a famous prince of the Bhati clan, moved his capital from Lodhruva to Jaisalmer in 1156 CE. The temple was also plundered by Mahmud of Ghazni and Muhammad of Ghor. This led to temple being destroyed in 1152 CE. In 1615 CE, the temples undergone repairs and renovations. The temple remains the only standing structure in the ruined city of Lodhruva. Lodhurva is one of the important Jain center. The temple is built with yellow limestone and sandstone; famous for the intricate craftsmanship. The temple features ornate torana (arched gateway), and stone carvings of Kalpavriksha and kalputra. Lodhurva Jain temple is considered one of the best examples of Jain architecture in Rajasthan. The mulnayak (main deity) of the temple is a black marble idol of Parshvanatha. In Shvetambara tradition, idols tend to derive their name from a geographical region, the lodhurva Parshvanath is one of 108 prominent idols of Parshvanath idols. According to Jain belief, a snake comes out every evening from a hole in the temple to drink milk offering. As per popular belief, the sight of this snake is a blessing.