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Elements of Hindu Iconography v4.c33.s3.4

Elements of Hindu Iconography v4.c33.s3.4

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v4.c33.s3.4

On either side of Yama should be standing Mṛtyu and Saṃhitā, with terrific faces and of dazzling blue and red colours respectively. Besides these there should be also two women waving *chāmaras* on either side of Yama. In front of Yama should be standing two Brāhmaṇas called Dharma and Adharma, as also at the door, Chitragupta and Kālī, all clothed in red garments. Yama should be surrounded by the *dēvas*, *asuras*, *dharmis* (those who have done good acts) and *pāpis* (sinners) ever worshipping him.