Nataraja (/ n̪əʈəɾɑd͡ʒᵊ / , Sanskrit: नटराज, IAST: Naṭarāja; Tamil: நடராஜர், Naṭarājar), also known as Adalvallan (ஆடல்வல்லான், Ādalvallāṉ), [ 2 ] is a depiction of Shiva, one of the main deities in Hinduism, as the divine cosmic dancer.

Hindu cosmology is the description of the universe and its states of matter, cycles within time, physical structure, and effects on living entities according to Hindu texts. Hindu cosmology is also intertwined with the idea of a creator who allows the world to exist and take shape. [1]

1 天前 · Interconnectedness Shiva cosmology teaches that these five elements are interconnected; they constitute both physical matter and subtle energies within individuals and nature alike. This interconnectedness serves as a reminder that human beings are an inherent part of the cosmos—an expression of these elements blending together.

2025年1月21日 · In the Nataraja sculpture, Shiva is shown as the source of all movement within the cosmos and as the god whose doomsday dance, represented by the arch of flames, accompanies the dissolution of the universe at the end of an eon.

2024年11月24日 · This iconic representation of Lord Shiva as the cosmic dancer symbolizes creation, preservation, and destruction. Explore the history, symbolism, and artistic elements of Nataraja, and understand its importance in Hindu art and culture.

Nataraja is the most paradoxical form of Shiva, when he puts aside his imperturbable stillness and dances away in wild abandon. The cosmic dance of shiva is known as tandava.

2018年6月24日 · To create the divine Cosmos, Shiva Loka (Sadashivaloka) created a strong, dominant field of energy, which Rishis calls the Vectrum Diamond Principle. It’s in the shape of a Star Tetrahedron and is vast and powerful. This field is the first field that was created.

2024年10月4日 · This article delves into the significance of Shiva and his cosmic dance, known as Tandava, exploring his paradoxical nature and the profound impact he has on both the cosmos and human existence.

2024年10月21日 · Sculptures of Shiva performing Tandava can be found in ancient temples, showcasing the fluidity and intensity of his dance. The iconic Nataraja statue, representing Shiva as the cosmic dancer, is a profound symbol of the universe’s dynamic nature.

2024年10月22日 · Central to Shiva’s persona is the concept of the cosmic dance known as Tandava. This dance symbolizes not only the rhythm of the cosmos but also the intricate balance between creation and destruction.