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Similarly, the sacred bull on the reverse may be a symbol of a city ( Pushkhalavati ), or a depiction of Shiva, making it a symbol of Hinduism, the other major religion at that time.

The bull is often represented in a clearly erectile state, which reinforces its interpretation as a representation of Shiva.

Conversely, this also reinforces the interpretation of the elephant as a religious symbol.

Alternatively, the Bull, according to Foucher, represents the birth of the Buddha, as it happened during the month of Vaicakha ( April – May ), known to Buddhists as Vesak, under the zodiacal sign of the Taurus, during the full moon.

The enlightenment and passing of the Buddha also occurred during the Taurus full moon.