This kind of Shiva's anthromorphic image serves as an embellishment on temple walls or aesthetic purpose but is rarely an object of actual worship. A three-eyed Shiva with a moustache is rarely depicted and shows local geographical influence. His three eyes symbolize the sun, moon and fire. His fully open eyes are far from meditative. He has a snake cord around his neck showing the powers of Shiva to deal with death but also to hold the sexual energy of kundalini, the yogic serpent power. To hold his coiled hair in place, another serpent slides around it. Ganga emerges from his hair in a human form and also as a stream of water flowing down.
The Brahmapurana, one of the earliest Puranas, mentions that Shiva was so fond of goddess Ganga that he had placed her in his hair to honour her better. This was the constant reason for envy between Parvati and Ganga till the latter flowed down to the earth.
This description by Renu Rana.
Of Related Interest:
The Coiled Energy of the Kundalini
The Tantrika Sadhana for Kindling 'Kundalini'
The Naga-pata and Kundalini Chakra
Ascent of the Kundalini
Antiquated Kundalini Pendant
Kundalini Necklace
Kundalini and Meditation
Serpent Guarding the Linga
The Tantric System of Chakras
Tantra - The Art of Philosophy
How to keep a Brass statue well-maintained?
Brass statues are known and appreciated for their exquisite beauty and luster. The brilliant bright gold appearance of Brass makes it appropriate for casting aesthetic statues and sculptures. Brass is a metal alloy composed mainly of copper and zinc. This chemical composition makes brass a highly durable and corrosion-resistant material. Due to these properties, Brass statues and sculptures can be kept both indoors as well as outdoors. They also last for many decades without losing all their natural shine.
Brass statues can withstand even harsh weather conditions very well due to their corrosion-resistance properties. However, maintaining the luster and natural beauty of brass statues is essential if you want to prolong their life and appearance.
In case you have a colored brass statue, you may apply mustard oil using a soft brush or clean cloth on the brass portion while for the colored portion of the statue, you may use coconut oil with a cotton cloth.
Brass idols of Hindu Gods and Goddesses are especially known for their intricate and detailed work of art. Nepalese sculptures are famous for small brass idols portraying Buddhist deities. These sculptures are beautified with gold gilding and inlay of precious or semi-precious stones. Religious brass statues can be kept at home altars. You can keep a decorative brass statue in your garden or roof to embellish the area and fill it with divinity.
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