Shikhara

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Shikhara
Shikhara.jpg
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
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