Gandhi's Birthplace

Title

Gandhi's Birthplace

Reference Number

16171

Creator

Date

c. 1950

Format

Description

"The spot in Porbander where Mahatama Gandhi was born." In Hinduism, the swastika represents the four directions. Facing right it represents the evolution of the universe; facing left it represents the involution of the universe. Hindus consider the swastika both holy and auspicious and use it to decorate cultural items.

Spatial Coverage (Location)

Extent (Pages, Duration, Dimensions)

5 1/4 x 8 1/16 in.

Category

Early life and family