Cave 16
- Maitribala

Description :

Found across three caves, this painting espouses universal compassion.


Story:

King Maitrībala decides to sacrifice himself to feed a few hungry rākṣasas. His great act of self sacrifice moves the rākṣasas to give up meat eating.


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