Samavasarana of Mahavira is a circular structure, created by Indra. There is a three-tiered dais with four gates. Mahavira had attained enlightenment under Ashoka tree hence there is the sacred Ashoka tree in the centre of samavasarana. The symbol (lanchhana) of Mahavira is a lion. It is shown in the front part of the throne on the first tier. Near Tirthankar Mahavira are mendicants and celestial musicians along with the divine beings (Devas & Devis). The devotees are inside the second tier and animals, birds and all other creatures are inside the third tier. There is no hostility or jealousy inside any samavasarana.Samavasarana of Mahavira, 24th Tirthankara
Samavasarana of Mahavira is a circular structure, created by Indra. There is a three-tiered dais with four gates. Mahavira had attained enlightenment under Ashoka tree hence there is the sacred Ashoka tree in the centre of samavasarana. The symbol (lanchhana) of Mahavira is a lion. It is shown in the front part of the throne on the first tier. Near Tirthankar Mahavira are mendicants and celestial musicians along with the divine beings (Devas & Devis). The devotees are inside the second tier and animals, birds and all other creatures are inside the third tier. There is no hostility or jealousy inside any samavasarana.