A 90 feet tall statue of Hanuman ji has been installed in the US state of Texas. This has not only brought pride and happiness to the Indian community but is also being seen as a positive initiative in the whole of America. This statue has become one of the tallest religious statues installed in America. Only the Statue of Liberty and the Pegasus dragon statues are taller than this, which are considered symbols of American history and culture.
The statue is a symbol of strength and compassion
This huge statue of Lord Hanuman has been constructed as a wonderful example of Indian architecture. The statue shows the powerful and compassionate image of Lord Hanuman. His statue holding a mace is 90 feet high, which makes it not only a symbol of religious importance but also a unique example of architecture and engineering.
The Indian community is seeing the installation of this statue in Texas as a symbol of pride and respect. The local people are also very excited about this statue. A grand ceremony was held for the unveiling of the statue, in which a large number of Indian expatriates and American citizens participated. During this, a special worship of Bajrang Bali was also done.
The construction process of the statue took several months. And it involved the hard work of a large number of workers and experts. The Hanuman statue has been named as ‘Statue of Union’. According to the information, the huge statue of Bajrangbali has been consecrated in the Sri Ashtalakshmi temple in the city of Sugar Land in Texas. The credit for the consecration of the Hanuman statue is being given to Chinnajiyar Swamiji.
The growing presence of Indian culture in America
This statue installed in Texas has once again proved that the roots of Indian culture are now getting stronger in America as well. Earlier too, statues of Indian deities have been installed in various parts of America, but this 90 feet high statue of Bajrang Bali has become special due to its grandeur and importance. This statue is not only a religious symbol, but it is a symbol of the deep imprint of Indian culture in America. It will become a source of inspiration for all those people who want to keep their culture and faith alive even in a faraway country.
Comparison with Statue of Liberty and Pegasus-Dragon
The 90 feet tall statue of Lord Hanuman installed in Texas, America has not only gained an important place for the Indian community, but it is also being compared with other famous statues of America like the Statue of Liberty and Pegasus-Dragon. Let us compare these three statues and know how the statue of Hanuman ji has created its own identity.
Statue of Liberty: A symbol of freedom
Height: 305 feet (93 m)
Location: New York, US
Significance: The Statue of Liberty, gifted to the US by France in 1886, is a symbol of freedom and democracy. The statue represents America’s history and values and is located in New York Harbor, where it welcomes travelers arriving by sea.
Pegasus and the Dragon: Symbols of Mythology
Height: 110 feet (34 m)
Location: Florida, US
Significance: The Pegasus and Dragon statue is based on a mythological story depicting the battle between Pegasus (winged horse) and the dragon. The statue is located in Gulfstream Park, Florida and is seen as a symbol of mythology and fantasy.
Hanuman Ji Idol: Symbol of Strength and Devotion
Height: 90 feet (27.4 m)
Location: Texas, US
Importance: This statue of Lord Hanuman is a symbol of Indian culture and religious faith. Hanuman ji is considered to be the incarnation of courage, devotion, and strength. This statue is a matter of pride for the Indian community and symbolizes the deep imprint of Indian culture in America.
Difference in height: Both the Statue of Liberty and the Pegasus-Dragon are taller than the statue of Hanuman Ji. The height of the Statue of Liberty is 305 feet, while the Pegasus-Dragon statue is 110 feet high. The statue of Hanuman Ji is 90 feet high, making it one of the tallest religious statues in America.