6" NATARAJA – THE COSMIC DANCER In Brass | Handmade | Made In India

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Name: 6" NATARAJA – THE COSMIC DANCER In Brass | Handmade | Made In India
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: XG78
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Nataraja's dance is taking place within each of us, at the atomic level, at this very moment. The Nataraja signifies that Shiva is the source of all movement within the cosmos, represented by the arch of flames. The cosmic dance was performed in Chidambaram in South India. The gestures of the dance represent Shiva's five activities- creation (by the drum/Damru), protection (by the "fear not" hand gesture) and destruction (by the fire), embodiment (by the foot planted on the head of Asura), and release (by the foot held aloft).

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Item Code:	XG78
Specifications:	Brass Sculpture
Height:	6.50 inch
Width:	5.00 inch
Depth:	1.20 inch
Weight:	950 gm

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This unique brass statue of Bhashya Nataraja, the King of Dance, has four arms. The upper right-hand holds the drum ( creation). The lower right hand is raised in blessing( protection). The upper left-hand holds a flame in a pot( destruction ).The right leg, representing obscuring grace, stands upon the head of an Asura, a soul temporarily earth-bound by its sloth, confusion and forgetfulness. The uplifted left leg is revealing grace, which releases the mature soul from bondage. The lower left-hand gestures toward that holy foot in assurance that Shiva's grace is the refuge for everyone, the way to liberation.

The cobra around Nataraja's waist is kundalini shakti, the soul-impelling cosmic power resident within all. The fiery ring surrounding Shiva, prahabhamandala, represents the universe with all its illusion, suffering, and pain. The outer edge is fire and the inner edge, the waters of the oceans. Shiva has three eyes, the holy rudraksh-mala in his neck, thickly carved anklets and bracelets in his legs & arms, the divine three lines. His locks are decked and are interspersed with the sacred river Ganges. No wonder, it thrilled you and quite lost yourself gazing at this extraordinary artwork.

The Art and Symbolism of Nataraja: Unraveling the Mysteries of Lord Shiva's Cosmic Dance

Lord Shiva appears in the form of Nataraja to perform his divine act of Cosmic dance (Tandava). The word Nataraja denotes 'The King of Dance'. Natya means “dance” and Raja means “king”. The Nataraja form symbolizes the destruction of the universe. The Lord performs Rudra Tandava to destroy the illusion, an evil residing within the hearts of the living beings. The destruction is the end of the cycle of birth and death, and the beginning of spiritual enlightenment of the individual souls misguided by Maya (illusion).

Lord Nataraja wears a serpent coiled around his neck. He holds 'Agni' (fire) in his posterior left hand which signifies the energetic vibrations for the destruction of the world. His anterior left hand takes the shape of Gajahasta (Elephant hand) or Dandahasta, showering his blessings upon his devotees, and extends towards his left leg. There is a snake wrapped in his anterior right arm that represents 'Abhaya' (without any fear). His posterior right hand is carrying a musical instrument 'Damroo', which represents time and rhythm. His whirling hair stands out as a fan behind his head as he performs the divine cosmic dance He is surrounded by a fiery ring 'Prabha Mandala' that represents the material world, full of suffering and pain. Thus, this form of Lord shiva ultimately depicts the destruction of the ignorance of all the spirit souls, showing them the path to liberation.

What is special about Nataraja?

Nataraja is considered one of the highest forms of Lord Shiva in which he performs the functions of creation, maintenance, and destruction of this material world. Shaivites worship this form of Shiva and take blessings from him to remove all obstacles in their devotional life. His three eyes symbolize an equilibrium of the three modes of material nature namely sattva (mode of goodness), rajas (mode of passion), and tamas (mode of ignorance). The special purpose of his Tandava (transcendental dance) is to release the conditioned souls of this material world from the clutches of Maya which is the external energy of the Supreme Lord Vishnu or Krishna.

Who is under the feet of Nataraja?

Lord Nataraja stands on a lotus pedestal placing his right foot on the dwarf demon named Apasmara. This demon represents spiritual ignorance and nonsensical speech. According to the Vedic scriptures, ignorance is the greatest enemy and obstacle on the path of self-realization. To preserve knowledge in the world, Apasmara must be subdued to bring about spiritual knowledge or transcendental wisdom. For this purpose, Lord Shiva assumed the form of Nataraja and with his rhythmic movements, he placed his foot on the demon Apasmara and crushed him to death. Thus, signifying that whoever takes the shelter of Nataraja, is freed from ignorance and has his doors open for spiritual advancement.

Can we keep Nataraja statue at home?

Many people believe that the statue of Nataraja should not be kept and worshiped at home because this form of Lord Shiva is associated with ultimate destruction. They believe that it will only bring about auspiciousness in their lives. However, as discussed earlier, Nataraja's Tandava dance has a deeper meaning. It is the celebration of the destruction of ignorance in the path of self-realization which is in fact the victory of good over evil. Thus, one can surely keep the statue in their home.

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