Shikhara

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Shikhara
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Meaning Spire, peak of the mountain

Shikhara originated, according to mythology, from when Shiva held Mount Meru with this gesture as his bow.

Application

Some additional meanings for this mudra:

  • establishing a family
  • friend
  • fanning one's face
  • drinking water
  • the number four
  • tying the hair in a top-knot