Krishna is a deity worshiped across many traditions in Hinduism in a variety of perspectives. While many Vaishnava groups recognize him as an avatar of Vishnu, other traditions within Krishnaism consider Krishna to be svayam bhagavan, or the supreme being. Krishna is often depicted as an infant, as a young boy playing a flute as in the Bhagavata Purana or as a youthful prince giving direction and guidance as in the Bhagavad Gita. The stories of Krishna appear across a broad spectrum of Hindu philosophical and theological traditions. They portray him in various roles: a god-child, a prankster, a model lover, a divine hero and the Supreme Being. The principal scriptures discussing Krishna's legends are the Mahabharata, the Harivamsa, the Bhagavata Purana and the Vishnu Purana.
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The Trimurti (three forms) is a concept in Hinduism "in which the cosmic functions of creation, maintenance, and destruction are personified by the forms of Brahma the creator, Vishnu the maintainer or preserver, and Shiva the destroyer or transformer." These three deities have been called "the Hindu triad" or the "Great Trinity". They are often looked at as the creator, preserver and destroyer respectively. One type of depiction for the Trimurti shows three heads on one neck, and often even three faces on one head, each looking in a different direction. The Trimurti is the representation of the three projections of the Supreme Reality, each with a specific cosmic function. These manifestations are that of Brahma serving the cosmic function of creation, Vishnu serving the cosmic function of renewal and preservation, and Shiva serving the cosmic function of dissolution or destruction that precedes re-creation the three popular Hindu gods. Our daily existence reflects these three cosmic functions as birth, life and death. The trinity is interpreted in various forms in Hindu philosophy. A widely accepted belief is that it represents earth, water, and fire. The earth, or Brahma, is seen as the originator of all life and hence is regarded as the Creator. Water is the sustainer of life and hence is the Preserver and is represented as Vishnu. Fire destroys life and hence is the Destroyer and is represented as Shiva.
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Lord Ganesha has been represented with the head of an elephant since the early stages of his appearance in Indian art. Ganapati or Ganesha, the Lord of Ganas, the elephant faced God, represents the power of the Supreme Being that removes obstacles and ensures success in human endeavors. He is worshipped for siddhi, success in undertakings, and buddhi, intelligence. He is worshipped before any venture is started. He is also the God of education, knowledge and wisdom, literature, and the fine arts.Brass sculptures are cheaper replicas of bronze statues made by the artisans of Tanjore in Tamil Nadu in south India. Since bronze sculptures, made through lost wax are very expensive, artisans of north India (Moradabad in Uttar Pradesh) began to make cheaper versions in brass for more price conscious customers. These brass statues aren't as elegant as the ones in bronze, but they are priced three times cheaper and many people buy them as good decorative pieces instead of buying them as collectibles.
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A magnificent beast that once roamed this earth, now captured in crystal in all its beauty! On a frosted and clear base. Asfour Crystal. Diamond-cut, multifaceted, 30%-lead, sparkling crystal. 4" L x 4-1/3" H
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This little toucan is so cute with a colorful beak and black beaded eyes. Asfour Crystal. Diamond-cut, multifaceted, 30%-lead, sparkling crystal. 4-1/3" L x 4-1/3" H
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Hindu God Ganesha has been represented with the head of an elephant since the early stages of his appearance in Indian art. Ganapati or Ganesha, the Lord of Ganas, the elephant faced God, represents the power of the Supreme Being that removes obstacles and ensures success in human endeavors. He is worshipped for siddhi, success in undertakings, and buddhi, intelligence. He is worshipped before any venture is started. He is also the God of education, knowledge and wisdom, literature, and the fine arts.Brass sculptures are cheaper replicas of bronze statues made by the artisans of Tanjore in Tamil Nadu in south India. Since bronze sculptures, made through lost wax are very expensive, artisans of north India (Moradabad in Uttar Pradesh) began to make cheaper versions in brass for more price conscious customers. These brass statues aren't as elegant as the ones in bronze, but they are priced three times cheaper and many people buy them as good decorative pieces instead of buying them as collectibles.
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Hanuman is one of the most important personalities of Ramayana, the Hindu epic. Hindus believe in ten avatars of Lord Vishnu. One of Vishnus avatars is Rama, who was created to destroy the evil Ravana. In order to aid Rama, Lord Shiva incarnated as a monkey, and was born as Hanuman to Anjana, by the blessings of Pavana, who thus became Hanumans Godfather. Hanuman selected Surya, the sun god as his teacher, and approached him with the request to teach the scriptures. Hanumans phenomenal concentration took him only 60 hours to master the scriptures. As fees, the sun god asked Hanuman to assist his son Sugriva, by being his compatriot. Hanuman met Rama and his brother Lakshmana while Rama was in exile in the jungle, and searching for his wife Sita who was abducted by Ravana. Hanumans initial words highly impressed Rama. After he revealed his identity as the prince of Ayodhya, Hanuman fell prostrate before him in respect of the Lord. Rama picked him up and embraced him. There began the story of Hanuman, which is inextricably interwoven with Rama, and dealt with in detail in Valmikis Ramayana and the Tulsidas Ramacharitamanas. Hanuman then introduced Rama to Sugriva, and began his massive search for Sita. Finding out her whereabouts, he consoled Sita, and burnt down the city of Lanka. Hanuman then brought Rama to Lanka, fought the battle against Ravana with his simian army, and vanquished the demons.
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Collectible figurines from India for religious and inspirational purposes. Statues and sculptures of Hindu Gods and Goddesses, hand carved by some of the finest sculpture artists of India . All carvings are done in uniquely Indian style. Most of these styles were developed in 10th and 11th centuries, when many of India 's temples and sculptures were built. Get these religious and inspirational collectible figurines to achieve divine feelings at home.Brass sculpture of Rama comes from norther part of India. Lord Rama, an incarnation of Lord Vishnu, is measureless, is of the nature of pure Consciousness, is the consort of Sita, Master of Sri Hanuman, and the Lord of the three worlds, who took His birth at His own will in order to establish righteousness, destroy the evil and protect His devotees. Sri Rama is not simply a great personality, but God Himself. Rama was the son of King Dasaratha of Ayodhya, but He is also the divine omnipresent, omnipotent and omniscient God. The destruction of the ten headed Ravana signifies the annihilation of the mind or the ten senses. He is the Creator of the universe, the God of all, the Ruler of the universe. Ramnavami or the birthday of Lord Rama falls on the 9th day of the bright fortnight of the month of Chaitra (March April). Rama was well accomplished, beautiful and endowed with royal marks. His glory and prowess were unlimited. He was peerless on earth and was free from malice. He was gentle and the protector of all His people. He was virtuous and of manly strength. He was the Lord of the mind and the senses. Brave and valiant, He was gentle and modest. He was a sage in counsel, kind and sweet in speech, and most courteous and handsome. He was the master of all the divine weapons, and a great warrior. Let Sri Rama be your ideal. Ideals are remembered and adored for adopting them in your own life. I
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In Hinduism, the goddess Durga, is the "the inaccessible" or "the invincible, or Maa Durga (Mother Durga) "one who can redeem in situations of utmost distress". Durga is a form of Devi, the supremely radiant goddess, depicted as having ten arms, riding a lion or a tiger, carrying weapons (including a Lotus flower), maintaining a meditative smile, and practicing mudras, or symbolic hand gestures. An embodiment of creative feminine force (Shakti), Durga exists in a state of svatantrya (dependence on the universe and nothing/nobody else, self-sufficiency) and fierce compassion. Durga is considered by Hindus to be an aspect of Kali, and the mother of Ganesha, and Kartikeya. She is thus considered the fiercer, demon-fighting form of Shiva's wife, goddess Parvati. Durga manifests fearlessness and patience, and never loses her sense of humor, even during spiritual battles of epic proportion.
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Brass decorative sculpture of Lord Shiva's steed bull Nandi. This decorative Item is an antique brass decorative which is perfectly fine or the beautification of your place. This impeccable gamut of brass decorative items can be purchased at very economical prices. You can decorate your home, office or any place with an exotic range of brass decorative items so place would not get unnoticed from visitors. In addition to this, we are the mastermind brass home decor items manufacturers located in India. These decorative items are hand carved by some of the finest sculpture artists of India . All carvings are done in uniquely Indian style. Most of these styles were developed in 10th and 11th centuries, when many of India 's temples and sculptures were built. Get these religious and inspirational collectible figurines to achieve divine feelings at home. Brass, an alloy that was achieved by fusing zinc with copper, exists in India since the third century BC. The fusion was done ensuring that the percentage of zinc was strictly maintained between twelve to fourteen percent. This wonderful metal has the sheen of gold. In Uttar Pradesh, there are two main centers of brass work. The first one is Moradabad, where the craft has a history as long as four hundred years and another one is Aligarh that is newer as compared to the former. In both the places initially the craftsmen were called thathera. The Aligarh craftsmen perfected the art of fine sculpting over a period of time. The main themes remain the Hindu gods and goddesses, animals and decorative figurines. They heighten the golden sheen of polished brass with perfection.
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