印度村庄出土数百年历史的毗湿奴和拉克希米青铜雕像

在马尼萨 (Manesar) 巴甘基 (Baghanki) 村的挖掘过程中，发现了三尊印度教神灵毗湿奴 (Vishnu) 和拉克希米 (Lakshmi) 女神的古代青铜雕像，其历史可追溯到 400 多年前。这些雕像据信是几个世纪前带到村庄的，是一位村民在为新房子打地基时发现的。这些雕像以及在现场发现的金罐和硬币宝库已移交给哈里亚纳邦政府进行进一步调查和保存。

Three Centuries-Old Bronze Statues of Vishnu and Lakshmi Unearthed in Manesar Village

马尼萨尔村出土三百年历史的毗湿奴和拉克希米青铜雕像

Manesar, Haryana, India: Monday, May 1, 2023

印度哈里亚纳邦马尼萨尔：2023 年 5 月 1 日星期一

During excavation work for the construction of a private residence in the Baghanki village of Manesar, three centuries-old bronze statues of Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi were discovered on Sunday by villagers. The unearthing of these ancient artifacts has sparked immense interest and curiosity among historians, archaeologists, and religious devotees alike.

周日，在马尼萨尔巴甘基村建造私人住宅的挖掘工作中，村民们发现了三座具有数百年历史的毗湿奴勋爵和拉克什米女神的青铜雕像。这些古代文物的出土引起了历史学家、考古学家和宗教信徒的极大兴趣和好奇心。

According to local authorities, the first statue depicts Lord Vishnu, the supreme deity of Hinduism, with his iconic attributes, including the conch shell, discus, and lotus flower. The second statue showcases Goddess Lakshmi, the consort of Lord Vishnu, who is revered as the goddess of wealth, prosperity, and fortune. The third statue is a unique representation of both deities seated together, symbolizing their divine union and presence in the material world.

据当地政府称，第一座雕像描绘了印度教的至高神毗湿奴神，其标志性特征包括海螺壳、铁饼和莲花。第二尊雕像展示的是毗湿奴神的配偶拉克什米女神，她被尊为财富、繁荣和财富女神。第三尊雕像是两位神坐在一起的独特表现，象征着他们神圣的结合和在物质世界中的存在。

Upon the discovery of the statues, villagers initially contemplated erecting a temple at the site. However, due to disagreements among the community members and the landowner, Mr. Prabhu Dyal, the driver of the JCB machine involved in the excavation informed the Bilaspur police station about the findings. Subsequently, a team of police officers from the Manesar police station arrived at the scene and secured the statues.

发现这些雕像后，村民最初考虑在该地点建造一座寺庙。然而，由于社区成员和土地所有者之间存在分歧，参与挖掘的 JCB 机器司机 Prabhu Dyal 先生向 Bilaspur 警察局通报了调查结果。随后，Manesar警察局的一队警察赶到现场并保护了雕像。

"The statues are believed to be over 400 years old based on our initial assessment," stated Dr. Banani Bhattacharyya, Deputy Director of the Archaeology and Museums Department, Government of Haryana. "Their exact age and historical significance will be determined following a comprehensive study and scientific dating techniques. The statues will be displayed in our museum for public admiration and further research."

哈里亚纳邦政府考古和博物馆部副主任 Banani Bhattacharyya 博士表示：“根据我们的初步评估，这些雕像据信已有 400 多年的历史。” “它们的确切年龄和历史意义将通过综合研究和科学测年技术来确定。这些雕像将在我们的博物馆展出，以供公众欣赏和进一步研究。”

Dr. Bhattacharyya and her team of archaeologists visited the excavation site and examined the context in which the statues were found. They believe that the statues may have been brought to the village approximately 400 years ago. However, further archaeological investigations are necessary to determine the precise circumstances and purpose of their placement at the site.

巴塔查亚博士和她的考古学家团队参观了发掘现场，并检查了发现雕像的背景。他们认为这些雕像可能是在大约 400 年前被带到这个村庄的。然而，还需要进一步的考古调查来确定它们放置在该地点的确切情况和目的。

Mr. Dyal, who owns the land where the statues were unearthed, expressed his surprise at the discovery. "I had no idea there were ancient statues buried on my property," he said. "I assumed I had the right to keep them since the land belonged to me."

雕像出土地的所有者迪亚尔先生对这一发现表示惊讶。 “我不知道我的土地上埋有古代雕像，”他说。 “我以为我有权保留它们，因为这片土地属于我。”

Local police officials have initiated an investigation into the discovery of the statues and have questioned all laborers involved in the excavation, including Mr. Dyal. However, no additional artifacts or valuables have been recovered thus far.

当地警方官员已对雕像的发现展开调查，并询问了包括戴尔先生在内的所有参与挖掘工作的工人。然而，到目前为止，尚未发现更多文物或贵重物品。

The discovery of these bronze statues holds immense significance in understanding the cultural and religious heritage of the region. They provide valuable insights into the artistic prowess, craftsmanship, and spiritual beliefs of the community that existed centuries ago. The statues will undergo further examination and conservation efforts by experts to ensure their preservation and accessibility for future generations.

这些青铜雕像的发现对于了解该地区的文化和宗教遗产具有重要意义。它们为了解几个世纪前存在的社区的艺术实力、工艺和精神信仰提供了宝贵的见解。这些雕像将接受专家的进一步检查和保护工作，以确保它们得到保存并供子孙后代使用。