Sacred Cow Collection

A Sikh Temple in Umritzir - from a drawing by W. Carpenter, Jun. 1858. Creator: Unknown
A Sikh Temple in Umritzir [India] - from a drawing by W. Carpenter, Jun. 1858. Umritzir, the religious capital of the Sikh people, was first constituted a holy city by Arjoon, fourth Gooroo

Street in Benares, from a sketch by of our special artists, 1876. Creator: Unknown
Street in Benares, from a sketch by of our special artists, 1876. View of the...ancient city, the venerated head-quarters of the Brahminical religion in Lower India...Vast numbers of pilgrims come

Sacred cows, Varanasi, India

Dying Brahmin holding the tail of the Sacred Cow, so as to enter Heaven (engraving)
655015 Dying Brahmin holding the tail of the Sacred Cow, so as to enter Heaven (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Blindmans Bluff... from a Dispersed Bhagavata Purana (Ancient Stories of Lord Vishnu), c1715-20
Blindmans Bluff: Page From a Dispersed Bhagavata Purana (Ancient Stories of Lord Vishnu), ca. 1715-20

Hindu cow with sacred cow, India, 1936. From Peoples of the World in Pictures, edited by Harold Wheeler, published by Odhams Press Ltd (London, 1936)

Statue of a decorated holy cow, Nandi Bull, Chamundi Hill, Mysore, Karnataka, India

Brahma bull, Brahman a breed of cattle

Electronics City, India
Electronics City. Entrance to Electronics City, technology park in Bangalore, India. It is home to numerous electronics and information technology companies, including InfoSys, Motorola and Siemens

Sacred cows sitting in a narrow street, Rajasthan state, India, Asia

Couple standing outside blue painted residential haveli, Old City, Jodhpur, Rajasthan state, India, Asia

The Metropolitan Mall, Delhi, India, Asia

Cow in street of Manoui, Gujarat state, India, Asia

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In the mystical city of Varanasi, India, sacred cows roam freely through bustling streets. These revered creatures hold a special place in Hindu culture and are considered to be manifestations of divinity. As I wander through the ancient lanes, I come across a captivating engraving depicting a dying Brahmin clutching onto the tail of a Sacred Cow, and is believed that by doing so, he hopes to secure his passage into heaven. Delving deeper into Indian mythology, I stumble upon an enchanting illustration from the Dispersed Bhagavata Purana. The artwork portrays Blindman's Bluff, one of the many enthralling stories about Lord Vishnu. This glimpse into ancient tales transports me back to a time when these narratives were passed down orally from generation to generation. Moving forward in time but still captivated by the presence of sacred cows in everyday life, I encounter a snapshot from 1936 showcasing a Hindu cow alongside its divine counterpart. The image beautifully captures the harmonious coexistence between humans and animals in this vibrant land. As my journey takes me further west to Udaipur in Rajasthan, I witness another sight that reaffirms India's deep reverence for these gentle beings – a majestic sacred cow strolling confidently through crowded streets as if it owns them. Leaving behind urban landscapes and venturing towards Chamundi Hill in Mysore, Karnataka, my eyes meet with an awe-inspiring statue adorned with intricate decorations – Nandi Bull or holy cow – symbolizing strength and devotion. My exploration then takes an unexpected turn as I find myself transported to Egypt's Deir el-Bahri temple complex where Hathor appears as a celestial cow painted on detailed reliefs dating back centuries ago. This depiction showcases how different cultures have venerated bovine figures throughout history. Returning once again to India's rich tapestry of traditions and beliefs, I encounter images featuring Brahma bulls - distinguished members of Brahman, a revered breed of cattle.