This rangoli was published on 2007-11-09.
Regular
Here are the kolams and rangolis in this page:
- Kolam_6
- Broken_stars
- Sea shells
- Kolam_3
- Kolam_2
- kolam 1
- Video - Beginners
- Swastika
- Triple spiral - Triskele
- Hexagram - Shatkona
Created by admin on 2007-11-05,
This video shows how to make a simple kolam, with only four dots. It is for beginners.
You can view the animated version of this kolam here.
Created by admin on 2007-11-03,
The Swastika is an universal religious symbol of luck and auspiciousness. Its an equilateral cross and has its arms at right angles. This symbol was not only used in the hindu and Buddhist culture, but was also used in Jewish and the Native americans. To the native indians, the swastika signified the sun and the four arms the four seasons. The hindu version of the symbol has a dot in each quadrant.
Created by admin on 2007-11-03,
Triple spiral : Triskele
Some of these symbols date back to 3000 BC and can still be seen today on stone carvings in Ireland. The triskele is an ancient celtic symbol related to the sun. Triple centered spirals were also used by the early Christian monks. The single spiral is the oldest of all and it has symbolized the concept of growth, expansion, and cosmic energy.
This spiral pattern is used a lot in kolams and rangolis.
Created by admin on 2007-11-03,
The Hexagram also known as the Shatkona is the six pointed star. The symbol is made up of two triangles, one facing upwards symbolizing the male energy,and the other facing down symbolizing the female energy. This symbol also signifies the union of Shiva - a hindu god and his wife Shakthi.
This symbol is known as The Shield of David or Magen David in Hebrew and is a generally recognized symbol of Judaism.
It can be found on the flag of Israel.
