Sada Shiva - The Eternal Shiva new and Parvati

and Parvati

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In Hindu tradition

blessing devotees with one hand in a gesture of grace and protection

and swiftness — qualities associated with the gentle glow and rapid movement of the moon

Sada Shiva - The Eternal Shiva new and ParvatiSadasiva is usually depicted having five faces and ten hands. The concept and form of Sadasiva initially emerged from South India, although many ancient sculptures of Sadasiva were obtained from various parts of India and South East Asia. His five faces, Ishana, Tatpurusha, Vamadeva, Aghora and Satyojata are known as Panchabrahmas (five creators), the emanations towards the four directions and upwards (shown here on the second tier). According to