Symbols

Chakra   

Chakra

The Chakra (disc) is a perfect symbol of the cyclical view of life. It symbolizes the movement that creates and governs both space and time.

Kumbha

The Kumbha is a symbol of great antiquity as it figures in the Puranic story of the churning of the milk-ocean by demons and gods to retrieve the nectar of immortality.

         

   

Lotus

The Lotus represents various things. It is the flower of life, it is visible sign of consciousness in matter and it is the seat of Lord Brahma. Above all, the Lotus symbolizes the good things of life and is associated with self-creation.

Aum

The Aum is considered most sacred of all Hindu mantras. It is used for invocation, benediction, ritual worship, festivals and religious ceremonies.

         

   

Swastika

The Swastika is the solar symbol. Spreading out in all four directions it symbolizes the cosmos.

Tilaka

The Tilaka is considered to be an auspicious mark which is placed between the two eyebrows of the devotee.