Dhanusha (unit)

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Dhanusha is an ancient unit of measuring height used in Jain literature.

Modern units

One Dhanusha equals 3 meters.[1]

References

  1. ^ "Names, Birth Places, Nirvana Places, Lifespans and Heights of the TwentyFour Thirthankars", Jainsamaj.org