Have you ever wondered about some of the statuary you see around our studio? Can't figure our which Hindu God/Goddess that is? Curious to know the symboloic meaning and representation of each? Well with our current influx of statuary to the store, we wanted to share a quick guide to the Hindu Dieties and some other sacred symbols.
Buddha: Embodiment of peace, enlightenment, inner stilless and compassion
Ganesha: God of strength and fortitude. The remover of obstables and bestower of success.
Nataraja: Lord Shiva in the dancing form, who performs his divine dance to destroy a weary universe and make preparations the process of creation
Kwan Yin (Quan Yin/GuanYin): Goddess of compassion and observer of the sounds and cries of the world.
Lakshmi: Goddess of prosperity. Reminds us of our own ability to create abundance in all areas of our lives.
Mudras: Yoga of the Hands, mudras represent feelings such as forgiveness, acceptance and freedom from fear.
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