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| − | '''Ardhachandra''' | + | '''Ardhachandra''', according to mythology, originated from the desire of ornaments from Shiva. The crescent moon being one of them. |
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| + | ==Application== | ||
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| + | Used primarily by performing artists to interpret an emotional or physical state. | ||
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| + | Examples of additional usages of this mudra could be: | ||
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| + | * a bangle | ||
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| + | * a mirror | ||
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| + | * supporting the cheek in grief | ||
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| + | * elephant ear | ||
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| + | * carrying a child | ||
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[[Category:Mudras]] | [[Category:Mudras]] | ||
Latest revision as of 11:30, 6 July 2013
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| Meaning | Half moon |
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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
