Elements of Hindu Iconography v1.c8.47
Elements of Hindu Iconography v1.c8.47
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*Agni.* This is represented in two varieties according as it is used as a weapon of war or employed for the purpose of making offerings. In the first case *agni* is represented as in Pl. II, figs. 12 and 13; and this form of *agni* is commonly met with in the hands of Śiva. *Agni* used for the purposes of religious offerings is sculptured as in Pl. II, fig. 14.