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Anathapindaka's Great Act of Charity, BC 483 (litho)
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8661023 Anathapindaka's Great Act of Charity, BC 483 (litho) by Ruith, Horace van (1839-1923); Private Collection; (add.info.: Anathapindaka's Great Act of Charity, BC 483. One of Buddha's chief haunts was the Jetavana, the garden of Prince Jeta at Sravasti, and amongst his prominent supporters was the princely merchant Anathapindaka. After Buddha's death he bought the Jetavana for as much bullion as could be spread over it, dedicated it for a monastery of the new order of monks instituted by Buddha, and built within it two shrines, Gandakuti and Kosambakuti, famous in Buddhist story. The scene of the dedication by libation and purchase with ingots of metal is a favourite one in ancient Buddhist sculpture. Illustration for Hutchinson's History of the Nations (Hutchinson, c.1920). Note: Image has been digitally enhanced to facilitate repro.); © Look and Learn
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This stunning lithograph captures the momentous event of Anathapindaka's Great Act of Charity in BC 483, a significant historical and religious scene from ancient Buddhist sculpture. Anathapindaka, a princely merchant and prominent supporter of Buddha, purchased the Jetavana garden for as much bullion as could cover it to dedicate it as a monastery for the new order of monks established by Buddha. The image depicts the dedication ceremony with libation and purchase using ingots of metal, showcasing the generosity and devotion of Anathapindaka.
The intricate details in this artwork by Horace van Ruith bring to life the sacredness and importance of this act in Buddhist history. The two shrines built within Jetavana, Gandakuti and Kosambakuti, stand as enduring symbols of faith and reverence towards Buddha even after his passing.
Through digital enhancement for reproduction purposes, this litho print allows viewers to appreciate the beauty and significance of Anathapindaka's Great Act of Charity in vivid detail. It serves as a reminder of the power of compassion, generosity, and devotion that transcends time and continues to inspire generations.
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