Mulnayak: Nearly 45 cms high, black-coloured idol of Bhagwan Parshvanath in the Padmasanaposture. There is an umbrella of 9 hoods over the head of the idol.Tirth: It is in the Posaliya village.Historicity: There are many names of Bhagwan Parshvanath. There are many reasons behind it.Due to some special historical event that has happened, due to some person behind the idol ortemple being made or due to the name of the town, city or village where the temple is located. ThisBhagwan is called Posali Parshvanath after the name of the village Posaliya where the temple is.This temple was built by the Sangha in the year 1750 of the Vikram era. On the idol there is aninscription of the year 1745. The idol of Bhagwan Parshvanath is miraculous. Many devotees fromdifferent places visit the temple to offer their prayers. It is believed that if prayed with all devotionthe Lord fulfils the wishes of the pilgrims.Other Temples: There is no other temple.Works of art and Sculpture: This splendid pinnacled temple is very beautiful. This bright andlustrous idol is peaceful and fascinating. The idol has been beautifully carved from a single stoneand looks very gorgeous. The divine face of the Lord appears to be very calm and serene.The tirthis situated amidst beautiful natural surroundings. The temple is enclosed by scenic beauty thatmesmerizes and fascinates the pilgrims. The temple has been magnificently decorated withintricate artistic designs. The creative temple work boasts about the skills of the craftsmen. Thewalls and pillars of the temple are adorned with specimens of ancient art and paintings.Guidelines: The nearest railway station of Eranpur on the Sirohi – Pali highway is at a distance of20 kilometers. Bus services and private vehicles are available. Dharamshala and Bhojanshalafacilities are available here. There is an ancient gyanbhandar and a upashraya in the village.Scripture: A mention of this temple has been made in "Chaityaparipati". There is no other templeof Posali Parshvanath.Trust: Shri Posaliya Parshvanath Shwetambar Jain Tirth, Sirohi ka Vas, Post: Posaliya, Station:Eranpura, via Shivganj, District: Sirohi – 307 028

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