This form of Lord Shiva signifies the cycles of creation, preservation, and destruction throughout the cosmos. Nataraj idol is surrounded by flames, emphasizes the universe's rebirth and the ...

In the form of Nataraja, Shiva is the one who keeps the eternal rhythms of the universe. It is his dance that sets the cosmos into motion, ensuring the cycle of creation, preservation and ...

As part of the cycle of birth, life and death it is Shiva who will ultimately destroy the universe. This is not necessarily as bad as it might sound because it allows Brahma to start the process ...