Gandhi's Birthplace

Title

Gandhi's Birthplace

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. (transription of note on the back of the photograph).

Spatial Coverage (Location)

Extent (Pages, Duration, Dimensions)

5 1/4 x 8 1/16 in.

Is Part Of

Asia Collection/South Asia collection/Gandhi photos

Rights

In Copyright - Educational Use Permitted