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Shuanglin Temple Heavenly King Hall: Brahma and Sakra
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Shuanglin Temple Heavenly King Hall: Brahma and Sakra
CHINA, Shanxi, Jinzhong; Ming dynasty (1368–1644); Clay
Brahma and Sakra, the divine rulers face each other in the hall. Sakra, originally a Hindu deity was included quite early in the Indian Buddhist pantheon as a Dharma protector. The bearded figure of Sakra is depicted wearing the hat and robes of a Ming dynasty (1368–1644) official.
The Surangama Sutra describes Brahma, as One ready to be enlightened who is pure and upholds the precepts; the one who can command all others. " The figure wears an ornate phoenix crown |
