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# Conversion of Atavika

This slab represents Buddha seated in the attitude of teaching, while Devadatta appearing from behind with his club and a man throwing a large boulder towards the Buddha. This represents the blessing of children by Buddha, and one of the dastardly attempts of Devadatta to destroy him.

- **Kind:** artefact
- **Date:** 100–199 CE
- **Place:** Jamal Garhi (34.3166, 72.0686)

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Source: [https://indike.org/pramana/inp.artefact.im.g21-a23284](https://indike.org/pramana/inp.artefact.im.g21-a23284) · Pramāṇa
