Guarding a temple

This Hindu deity and monster guard the Khmer temple at Bantreay Srei. (Learn more)

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The half-kneeling deity is a guardian diety, and the protective monster is known as a kala. The male guardian figure is posed like an auspicious and nature spirit (known as a yaksa) who often is seen as a guardian of wealth. Swirling floral scroll designs surround both figures.

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deity n.
A god or goddess.

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