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'''Ardhachandra''' | '''Ardhachandra''', according to mythology, originated from the desire of ornaments from Shiva. The crescent moon being one of them. | ||
==Application== | |||
Used primarily by performing artists to interpret an emotional or physical state. | |||
Examples of additional usages of this mudra could be: | |||
* a bangle | |||
* a mirror | |||
* supporting the cheek in grief | |||
* elephant ear | |||
* carrying a child | |||
[[Category:Mudras]] | [[Category:Mudras]] | ||