How many Brahmins died when the Somnath temple was attacked?

How many Brahmins died when the Somnath temple was attacked? Attack: Mahmud of Ghazni plundered Somnath shrine- once the richest shrine of India. He first attacked Somnath shrine in 1025 AD. Well, he attacked India nearly seventeen times for its wealth and his religious campaign. Some historians believe; Somnath shrine was attacked nearly seventeen times by different invaders. Zealot : Ancient Indian history experts guide ; he attacked it for sheer religious reasons. He along with his soldiers desecrated Garbh Grih , the inner sanctum sanctorum. Protection : Well, priests and soldiers did try hard to repulse attack ; but failed. Killing : Alas, more than 4000 priests and nearly 50000 devotees were reportedly killed by plunderers Facts : Historians claim ; political differences and adverse geographical conditions undermined defense of Somnath shrine. Post independence ; Dr. Rajendra Prasad (Indian president) and Sardar Patel (union home minister) started campaign to build Sri Somanth Jyotirlinga. In 1995 ; Dr. Shankar Dayal Sharma (Indian president) dedicated to nation. Given its rich history ; Sri Somnath Jyotirlinga is a symbol of national heritage. Prayer : Sri Ganeshaya Namah Jai Sri Sita Ram Narayan Jai Umapati Baba Somnath ji Namo Parvatipataye Har Har Mahadev Shiv Shambo Kaun Nahi Janath Hai Jag Mai Kapi Sankatmochan Naam Tiharo