Pralambapadasana, Pralambapada-asana: 1 definition
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Pralambapadasana means something in Hinduism, Sanskrit. If you want to know the exact meaning, history, etymology or English translation of this term then check out the descriptions on this page. Add your comment or reference to a book if you want to contribute to this summary article.
In Hinduism
Shilpashastra (iconography)
Source: Google Books: The Book of Hindu Imagery: Gods, Manifestations and Their MeaningPralambapadasana (Pralambapada-asana)—The “European” position. It looks as though the god is seated on a chair, both legs hang down and the feet are resting on the ground. This position indicates that the god is deep in contemplation.
Shilpashastra (शिल्पशास्त्र, śilpaśāstra) represents the ancient Indian science (shastra) of creative arts (shilpa) such as sculpture, iconography and painting. Closely related to Vastushastra (architecture), they often share the same literature.
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Partial matches: Asana.
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