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Can someone throw a bit more light on what the elephant and monkey statues mean at some temples?
One is usually holding a stick, the other a honeycomb.
They are always together, mostly kneeling.
Sometimes they appear at the entrance proper, other times within.
Monkeys are regarded as guardians of the temples. read more about hanuman at
Hanuman - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
the following image
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titled: "Miracle in the Forest” where Buddha left his monastery to find peace & solace because the monks were fighting. He created such tranquility that the elephant brought him water & the monkey brought a honeycomb
Elephants are a symbol of mental strength, good luck and prosperity
read about ''Symbolism of Animals in Buddhism''
Symbolism of Animals in Buddhism
so there ya have it!