it is because it signifies the four directions North, South, East, and West
each lion was kept to have a look on all the four directions...........
the lions are a symbol of courage and bravery
The term "pillar" is not usually capitalized in a sentence unless it is at the beginning or part of a proper noun. For example: "I leaned against the pillar of the building."
The word "pillar" can function as both a noun and a verb. As a noun, it refers to a large, vertical structure that supports a building or structure. As a verb, it can mean to provide strong support or uphold something.
Some female lions look like they are wearing a fake mane, but biologists have found some female lions can have a dark mane just like a male lion. These masculinized female lions are usually accepted by a female tribe, but the females with dark manes can also fool regular male lions.
Yes, "column" is a noun. It refers to a vertical structure or pillar, or a piece of writing in a newspaper or magazine.
Homophones of "four" include "for" and "fore."Four and for and fore
asoka
it is situated at Sarnath
it is situated at Sarnath
asoka pillar
4 lions
It was originally found atop of asoka pillar at sarnath.
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The most important sculpture of the Maurya Dynasty is the group of pillars King Asoka had carved with his edicts. These "Pillars of Asoka" were topped with statues of lions.
If you look at the Ashoka pillar at Sarnath (or a picture of it) you will find the capital of the pillar has 4 lions sitting back to back. The lion represents the attainment of Buddha-hood. The four lions surmounting the capital symbolize the kingship of the Buddha and his roar over the four directions. The four lions (one hidden from view) represent Power, Courage, Pride and Confidence. There is also a non-religious interpretation to the symbol, describing the four lions as the symbol of Ashoka rule in four directions. Just like Buddha, his follower Ashoka wanted to spread the message of peace and friendship. Similarly India after she gained independence wanted to spread the same message. So India adopted the emblem of 4 lions after she gained independence. That is why the emblem is used on indian currencies.
The duration of Four Lions is 1.62 hours.
Bridge of Four Lions was created in 1826.
Four Lions was created on 2010-05-07.