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The image of Mahavir at the Potters Bar temple. It has been decorated for the festival of Diwali. © OAUK (File size: 1.4 MB)

The statue of Bahubali stands over 18 metres tall. It plays an important role during the Mahamastakabisheka ceremony. © Institute of Jainology (File size: 1.9 MB)

A 15th-century illustration from the 'Uttaradhyana sutra'. The Svetambara sect believes this text contains the last teachings of Mahavira. © V&A images, Victoria and Albert Museum (File size: 824 kB)

A 12th-century image of the 23rd Tirthankara Parsva being protected by a seven-hooded snake. © V&A images, Victoria and Albert Museum (File size: 696 kB)

The intricate carvings of one of the Jain temples at Dilwara, found on Mount Abu, Rajasthan. © Institute of Jainology (File size: 1.3 MB)

The Jain temple at Vallabhi in Gujarat. The small statues are of the monks whom Shvetambara Jains believe wrote the scriptures. © Institute of Jainology (File size: 391 kB)