Goddess Durga, a central figure in Hindu mythology, is indeed the embodiment of Shakti, the primeval energy. She is venerated as a symbol of strength and the divine force that combats evil and demonic forces. Her depiction as a beautiful woman is not just about physical beauty but also represents the inner strength and purity.

Goddess Saraswati, revered as the embodiment of knowledge and the arts, is a figure of great significance in both Hindu and Jain traditions. Her iconography is rich with symbolism, each attribute representing a facet of her divine role. The veena, a classical Indian musical instrument, signifies her patronage of music and the performing arts. The

Parshvanatha, the twenty-third Jina, who lived during the 8th-7th century UGE, is known for his iconic symbols. These symbols include the emblem of a snake and Dhataki tread, and he is often depicted with his attendants, Dharanendra Yaksha and Padmavati Yakshi. A legend associated with Parshvanatha tells the tale of a snake couple that was