Ornaments of Shiva
Every element that adorns the Lord carries profound cosmic meaning.
Trishula (Trident)
The Trishula represents the three fundamental aspects of existence: creation, preservation…
Damaru (Drum)
The Damaru represents the primordial sound of creation — Nada Brahma. Its two heads repres…
Ganga (Sacred River)
Ganga flowing from Shiva's matted locks represents His ability to absorb and neutralize th…
Crescent Moon
The crescent moon (Chandra) on Shiva's forehead represents time and the cyclical nature of…
Third Eye
The third eye of Shiva represents omniscience, higher perception, and the power to destroy…
Rudraksha Mala
Rudraksha beads are sacred to Shiva. The word Rudraksha means the eye (aksha) of Rudra. Ea…
Serpent (Vasuki)
The serpent Vasuki worn by Shiva represents the ego which, when under the Lord's control, …
Tiger Skin
The tiger skin on which Shiva sits or which He wears represents victory over animal instin…
Vibhuti (Sacred Ash)
Vibhuti — the sacred ash — is smeared all over Shiva's body. It represents the impermanenc…
Kundala (Earrings)
Shiva wears two different earrings — one masculine (representing Shiva principle) and one …