In Hinduism, the trinity- Brahma, Vishnu and Mahesh (Shiva) are worshipped widely. It is believed that each one of them have a role in maintaining the balance of this universe. Brahma is referred as ‘the creator’, Vishnu as ‘the preserver’ and Shiva ‘the destroyer’.
Hari means Vishnu and Hara depicts Shiva !
Soochi hasta (Left) denotes Hari’s sudarshan; Trishul hasta (Right) denotes Shiva’s trishul
Photo Courtesy: Shri Avinash Pasricha
Ancient sculptures have been found in various temples across the globe, which show that Hari Hara were worshipped together as one deity.
One such is the Mukteshwar Temple in Bhubaneswar, India where both Vishnu and Shiva are worshipped together. The rituals are separate according to each deity like the devotees offer Basil (Tulsi) leaves to Lord Vishnu and Bilva (Bel) leaves to Lord Shiva.
It is also believed that Vishnu is worshipped by Shiva and Shiva worships Vishnu.
In Indian classical dance, there are many compositions which elaborate the grandeur of Vishnu and Shiva. One such choreography in Odissi dance has been taught to me by my guru, Guru Binayak Panda ji through the ceremonial guru-shishya parampara.
To be continued…
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