The significance of features of Lord Nataraja.
Ganges representing life-giving water
The pataka gesture symbolizing protection
Damaru (drum) representing the rhythm in life
Snake, an ancient fertility symbol representing breath or air
Kari Hastha indicating ‘Here I am’ Focussing on centering on all towards Him
Muyalagan (or demon) being crushed under His foot representing the suppression of evil
Cresent moon or the height of Knowledge and intellect
Fire symbolising life’s energy and a purifying force
Flying veil representing the removal of illusion
Thiruvasi representing the vibrant, rhythmic and cyclic nature of life.