The Vedic World View

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 DivineUseful Links