SHIVA NATARAJ - The Dancer of Creation

"Here the androgynous Lord of both joy and sorrow dances the great continuing cycle which symbolizes life's ebb and flow, the intricate balance between form and void. Surrounded by a whirling flame of cosmic energy, Nataraj tramples upon the demon of spiritual ignorance. In upper right hand is held a small twirling drum which hums the rhythm of creation; in upper left hand is a ball of flame connoting the corollary act of destruction. The lower right hand gestures Do not be afraid, while the lower left points the way out of neurotic bondage, toward the foot raised in freedom above ignorance."(JBL Statues) Closer view of Shiva Shiva's Fiery Creation Go to I Embrace Darkness Go to Archive - May 2004 to April 2005 Go to INDEX of Markings Of My Path © JAL: