This 100% hand-loomed Shiva Cotton Tapestry is perfect for bringing a touch of style to any space. Crafted from rain-fed cotton, it measures 54x86", making it ideal for use as a wall hanging, tablecloth, bedspread, and more. The natural fabric is durable, soft to the touch, and a practical way to add beauty to any room. Shiva is a prominent deity in Hinduism, which is one of the world's oldest religions. In Hindu mythology, Shiva is considered the supreme god and the destroyer of evil and ignorance. He is also known as Mahadeva, Nataraja, and numerous other names, each highlighting different aspects of his character. Shiva is often depicted as a tall figure with matted hair piled up on his head, a crescent moon adorning his forehead, and a third eye in the middle of his forehead. He is usually shown with blue skin, symbolizing his association with the infinite sky and his transcendence beyond the material world. Shiva is believed to be the source of all creation, preservation, and dissolution in the universe. He is associated with various powers and attributes, including meditation, asceticism, yoga, dance, destruction, and transformation. He is considered the patron deity of yogis and often depicted in a meditative or dancing posture. Shiva is part of the Hindu trinity known as Trimurti, which consists of Brahma (the creator), Vishnu (the preserver), and Shiva (the destroyer). While Shiva's role as the destroyer may sound negative, it is seen as necessary for the cyclical process of creation, preservation, and renewal. Devotees of Shiva worship him in various forms and follow different traditions and rituals. Shiva is revered not only in India but also in several other countries where Hinduism has had an influence, such as Nepal, Sri Lanka, and parts of Southeast Asia.
