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Amongst the innumerable rare and divine deities worshipped in the Southern region of India, Shasta, also known as “Hariharaputra” (the son of Hari or Vishnu and Hara or Shiva), is a popular and powerful god. Originating in the rural culture of South India, as a protector deity, Shasta fuses often with Ayappa, another revered deity. In local traditions, though Ayappa (son of Mohini and Shiva) is the incarnation of dharma and a master of Yogic principles is Brahmachari (he who has taken the vow of abstinence), Shasta is worshipped with his twin wives, Purna and Pushkala. For his devotees, Shasta is thus an amalgamation of Shiva and Vishnu’s potencies and a teacher and guide who keeps them on the path of righteousness.
This splendid bronze statute depicts Lord Shasta enthroned on a lotus seat. His left leg is secured by a Yogic belt, placed in Yogasana, highlighting his spertaedness from worldliness, an attribute of Adiyogi Shiva, while his right leg dangles towards the world, as a refuge to the devotees, and a symbol of his activeness in the human realm, much like the preserve Lord Vishnu.
Shasta’s divinely smiling countenance is highlighted by his unique hairdo, which is adorned by flowers, and a headband that is secured at the back by a Siraschakra. The tripunda mark on his forehead is Shiva’s, while the ornate jewelry is often seen on statues of Sri Vishnu.
Viewed from a side, one can appreciate the majestic pose of Shasta, marked by his straightened back and balanced placement of limbs. The Ankush (goad) that he carries, is a symbol of self-restraint, in actions and in thoughts, which is the most important step on the path to the supreme wisdom of Shasta.
Eternal Brilliance Unveiled: The Mystique of Panchaloha Bronze and Artful Maintenance Rituals
Bronze is a metal alloy that has the primary composition of Copper and Tin. There is also an addition of other metals such as Manganese, Aluminium, Nickel, and some non-metals such as Phosphorus. This composition of several metals and non-metals makes Bronze an extremely durable and strong metal alloy. It is for this reason that Bronze is extensively used for casting sculptures and statues. Since Bronze has a low melting point, it usually tends to fill in the finest details of a mould and when it cools down, it shrinks a little that makes it easier to separate from the mould.
" If you happen to have a bronze statue, simply use a cotton cloth with some coconut oil or any other natural oil to clean the statue. "
A village named Swamimalai in South India is especially known for exceptionally well-crafted Bronze icons of Hindu Gods and Goddesses. The skilled artisans of this place use Panchaloha Bronze for casting the icons. Panchaloha Bronze is made of five metals; Copper, Zinc, Lead, and small quantities of Gold and Silver. Zinc gives a golden hue to the finished figure and Lead makes the alloy softer for the easy application of a chisel and hammer. The common technique for producing these statues and sculptures is the “Lost-wax” method. Because of the high durability of bronze sculptures and statues, less maintenance is required, and can still last up to many decades.
Exotic India takes great pride in its collection of hand-picked Panchaloha Statues. You will find the murtis of Gods (Krishna, Hanuman, Narasimha, Ganesha, Nataraja, and Kartikeya) and Goddesses (Saraswati, Lakshmi, Durga, and Parvati), and Buddha statues. You can also buy Ritual paraphernalia (Wicks lamp, Puja Kalash, Cymbals, and Puja Flag) on the website. All these statues and items have been made with a lot of care and attention, giving them a flawless finish. Their fine carving detail represents the rich tradition of India.
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