Religious teacher, anonymous, c. 800 - c. 930
volcanic stone (andesite), h 100cm × w 46.5cm × d 36.5cm × w 148kg More details
A guru or religious teacher serves a god by spreading his doctrine among the people. This particular guru is a servant of Shiva, as is clear from the trident (Shiva’s weapon). He is carrying a string of prayer beads and a water jar, essential for periods of retreat and contemplation. Such figures often stood in a niche on the south side of Shiva temples.
