Padmavati Devi, Guardian of Parsvanatha vishnu avatar The strands of beads he

The strands of beads he dons are known as a rudraksha mala

which represents the god's power to bind and control negative forces

At the feet of Skanda lies a cobra

symbolizing deep spiritual control and inner stillness

symbolizing her courage

Padmavati Devi, Guardian of Parsvanatha vishnu avatar The strands of beads he"This model portrays Padmavati Devi, the yakshi and protective consort of the 23rd Jain Tirthankara, Parsvanatha. In Jain devotion Padmavati is invoked for protection, healing, and the swift removal of obstacles. She sits in relaxed lalitasana on a lotus pedestal, the hands fanned into a many armed aureole holding emblems such as the lotus, fruit, rosary, and noose, while the front hands offer abhaya and varada. A multi hooded naga canopy rises behind