Shivaratri festival Shivaratri, the night of Shiva — part 2 In his most subtle form, he is equal to the undifferentiated Absolute, and when he voluntarily creates, it is together with Shakti, his equally powerful feminine counterpart. In a cosmic dimension, Shiva the Absolute, takes the form of a phallic-shaped lingam.
Shivaratri festival Shivaratri, the night of Shiva — part 1 Of the three major divinities of the Hindu pantheon, Shiva’s role is to act as the Destroyer of the universe. But unlike Vishnu, he does not incarnate each time the world is threatened but instead assumes several disguises: a beggar, a criminal, a hunter, a holy yogi, or a benevolent guru.
Karthikai Deepam Karthigai Deepam, Kolam for the festival of lights Karthigai is essentially a festival of lamps and light is considered an auspicious symbol to ward off evil forces. Rows of clay lamps are lit in every house and outside on the threshold, oil lamps enhanced the kolam.
Goddess Durga Drawing with the feet in Kuchipudi dance The drawing of a figure with the feet while dancing is part of the temple rituals of Andhra (Aradhana Nrityamulu) and has been introduced into the Kuchipudi repertoire by Guru CR Acharya.
