Nataraj embodies the cosmic dance of Lord Shiva, a divine spectacle that signifies the dissolution of an exhausted universe, making way for the cosmic cycle of creation orchestrated by Lord Brahma. This dance, called Tandava, is a dynamic representation of five essential aspects of eternal energy: creation, preservation, destruction, illusion, and liberation. The Nataraj statue portrays Shiva in his Tandava dance, elegantly poised before a fiery arch, triumphantly crushing a dwarf-like demon named Apasmarapurusa atop a lotus pedestal.
Adorning his diadem is the crescent moon, while the goddess Ganga graces his locks. Unique earrings accentuate his ears – a water creature, Makara, on the right, and a circular adornment reminiscent of women's earrings on the left. The portrayal captures the divine power and intricate symbolism of this cosmic dance.
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