One of the mistakes often made by those outside of India is to look at Vedic symbology in superficial terms.
The Shiva Lingam is one such symbol. Frequently viewed as a representation of male and female genitalia, it actually has a much deeper and richer significance than this.
Thom gives us an entry-level look at the subject in this episode, correcting the misuse of the term Shiva Lingam, and clarifying its symbolism.
Episode Highlights:
[00:45] A Sacred Form
[02:40] Shakti: The Fabric of Creation
[04:31] Yoni
[06:44] Parashakti and Parashiva
[08:57] Union of Yoni and Lingam
[11:01] Masculine and Feminine in Vedic Perspective
[12:34] Ardhanarishvara: Fusion of Masculine and Feminine
[15:12] Interplay of Masculine and Feminine Energies
[16:59] Omnisexuality
[18:59] Shiva and God Consciousness
[20:42] Consciousness Through Different States
[22:22] From Transcendental to Cosmic Consciousness
[24:11] Five Facets of Supreme Being
[26:20] Shiva - The Supreme Being
[27:52] Every Being is a Manifestation of Mother Divine
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