Shri 108 Posali Parshvnath Jain Tirth, Posaliya, District - Sirohi (Rajasthan)

Shwetamber Jain Temple in Posaliya, Sirohi

Mulnayak: Nearly 45 cms high, black-coloured idol of Bhagwan Parshvanath in the Padmasana posture. 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 or temple being made or due to the name of the town, city or village where the temple is located. This Bhagwan 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 an inscription of the year 1745.

The idol of Bhagwan Parshvanath is miraculous. Many devotees from different places visit the temple to offer their prayers. It is believed that if prayed with all devotion the Lord fulfils the wishes of the pilgrims.

Works of art and Sculpture: This splendid pinnacled temple is very beautiful. This bright and lustrous idol is peaceful and fascinating. The idol has been beautifully carved from a single stone and looks very gorgeous. The divine face of the Lord appears to be very calm and serene.The tirth is situated amidst beautiful natural surroundings. The temple is enclosed by scenic beauty that mesmerizes and fascinates the pilgrims. The temple has been magnificently decorated with intricate artistic designs. The creative temple work boasts about the skills of the craftsmen. The walls and pillars of the temple are adorned with specimens of ancient art and paintings.