Can we keep Nataraja statue at home?

According to Vastu, the idol of Nataraja should not be kept in the house. Lord Shiva resides in the position of Tandava in the idol of Nataraja. This form of Shiva is destructive, so the idol or picture of Nataraja should not be kept in the house.

Is there a Nataraja statue at CERN?

In 2004, the government of India gifted the European Organization for Nuclear Research, or CERN, a 2-metre tall Nataraja statue which now stands at the entrance of the facility in Switzerland where the world’s most powerful particle accelerator, or the Hadron Collider, became operational in 2008.

Who gifted Nataraja statue to CERN?

the Government of India
Unveiled on June 18, 2004, the two-metre-tall statue was a gift from the Government of India. A plaque next to the statue, with a quote by Fritjof Capra, explains its significance: “Hundreds of years ago, Indian artists created visual images of dancing Shivas in a beautiful series of bronzes.

What is special about Nataraja statue?

The sculpture is symbolic of Shiva as the lord of dance and dramatic arts, with its style and proportions made according to Hindu texts on arts. Nataraja is a well known sculptural symbol in India and popularly used as a symbol of Indian culture, in particular as one of the finest illustrations of Hindu art.

Who is the statue of Shiva at CERN?

The Scientific Symbolism of the Statue of Shiva Nataraja at CERN, Switzerland. Lord Shiva is one of the most important deities in the Hindu religion. He is known by many names such as Mahadeva, Neelakantha, Rudra, Shambhu, Nataraja.

What does the Nataraj statue at CERN represent?

Nataraj Statue. The artwork is an artistic metaphor for CERN’s study of the “cosmic dance” of subatomic particles. In Hinduism, Nataraja is a depiction of the god Shiva as the cosmic dancer. The god, who danced the universe into existence, preserves it, and will one day destroy it, is a symbol of shakti, or life force.

Where can I keep a Nataraja ( dancing Shiva statue ) at home?

As the Nataraja represents Lord Shiva it is best placed in the Northeast quadrant which is rightly termed “Ishanya”, which means Lord Shiva in Sanskrit. Hence, I would certainly suggest that you place the Nataraj either in the house or even in the garden with due respect in the Northeast.

Where can I see Nataraj vigraha at CERN?

Interestingly Nataraj Vigraha (idol) is seen at the Entrance of CERN HQ. The hustle and bustle of CERN is perhaps a perfect spot. Vasthu is not a derivative of Ayurveda but vasthu certainly can influence your health in very minute ways. Vasthu is highly localised and differs from place to place.