“Kaliya-Krishna”- the iconic representation of Krishna’s victory over the Kaliya serpent and purification of the waters of Yamuna from his poison, is a popular image for Vaishnava devotees. Standing on the hood of Kaliya, Krishna majestically tramples its pride, holding the end of his tail while raising his hand in Abhaya, or the gesture of fearlessness. One of the most beautiful iconographies of the Panchaloha tradition of Swamimalai, Kaliya Krishna in this bronze statue is placed on a lotus pedestal.
Adorned with a Vaishnava long crown or Kiritamukuta and beautiful jewelry, Krishna balances his form on one leg, creating a charming sense of movement and stillness in the icon. Annihilating the evil, Krishna displays a tranquil smile on his face, a profound symbol that his Lilas, even the most valiant ones are devoid of violence or hatred toward the vanquished. Trampling the pride of Kaliya, Krishna rides him of the Phala or fruit of his Karma, thus opening the gates of Moksha to the serpent.
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