Krishanu Chand
Special Issue June 2023
Volume-XI, Special Issue, June 2023 | ||
Published Online: 30.06.2025 | Page No: 168-170 | |||
Rankini Devi and its Historical Myth
Related to Jainism
Krishanu Chand, State Aided College Teacher, Dept.of English,
Panchmura Mahavidyalaya, Bankura, West Bengal, India | |
The historical myth of Rankini Devi in Jainism has a divine narratives and cultural significance. This study explores the multifaceted aspects of Rankini Devi, a revered deity of Jain origin. It sheds light on the intricate interplay between myth and history. It is trying to examine the roots of Rankini Devi’s worship, symbolic representation and rituals associated with her veneration. Through a nuanced exploration, it seeks to unravel the cultural and religious dimensions that have shaped how a Jain deity gradually becomes a Hindu goddess. | |
Keywords: Jainisim, Rankini temple. |