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21. Women performing aarti of the Mukhalingam

Descrizione:: The palki stops in front of the household where the women perform aarti of the mukhalingam with a diya (lamp with wicks soaked in ghee or oil) or camphor, which burns without leaving a residue. Kumkum (vermilion) and chandan (sandalwood paste) are used for applying tilak (a mark) to the forehead of the deity as a sign of blessing and protection.
Parola chiave:: Koli, Shiva, Worli, Mumbai Archive Project, Mahashivaratri, Mukhalingam, Papvimochneshwar Temple, Maharashtra, Koliwada, and Mumbai
Creatore:: Mumbai Archive Project Team
Collaboratore:: Ankita Jain
Owner:: tushar1.ayyar@jioinstitute.edu.in
Editore:: Jio Institute
luogo:: Worli
Data caricata:: 21-06-2024
Data modificata:: 21-06-2024
Rights Statement Tesim:: In Copyright
Resource Type:: Image

22. Lingam as a symbolic representation of Lord Shiva

Descrizione:: The lingam is a symbolic representation of Lord Shiva, who is regarded as formless. Devotees believe that the mukhalingam, with its anthropomorphic mukha, makes the divine more accessible, allowing a deeper personal connection. The anthropomorphic face allows worshippers to engage in darshan, enhancing their devotional experience.
Parola chiave:: Koli, Shiva, Worli, Mumbai Archive Project, Mahashivaratri, Mukhalingam, Papvimochneshwar Temple, Maharashtra, Koliwada, and Mumbai
Creatore:: Mumbai Archive Project Team
Collaboratore:: Ankita Jain
Owner:: tushar1.ayyar@jioinstitute.edu.in
Editore:: Jio Institute
luogo:: Worli
Data caricata:: 21-06-2024
Data modificata:: 21-06-2024
Rights Statement Tesim:: In Copyright
Resource Type:: Image

23. Devotees performing a ritual called Lotangan

Descrizione:: As the procession makes its return journey, devotees perform a ritual called lotangan. Lotangan is a term in Marathi that refers to the act of prostration or bowing down in reverence. It is a gesture of respect and devotion, commonly performed in front of deities, elders, or revered individuals.
Parola chiave:: Koli, Shiva, Mumbai, Mumbai Archive Project, Mahashivaratri, Mukhalingam, Papvimochneshwar Temple, Maharashtra, Koliwada, and Worli
Creatore:: Mumbai Archive Project Team
Collaboratore:: Ankita Jain
Owner:: tushar1.ayyar@jioinstitute.edu.in
Editore:: Jio Institute
luogo:: Worli
Data caricata:: 21-06-2024
Data modificata:: 21-06-2024
Rights Statement Tesim:: In Copyright
Resource Type:: Image

24. Singers performing kirtans and bhajans

Descrizione:: Singers assemble to perform kirtans and bhajans, devotional songs that praise and glorify the divine often recounting stories from Hindu mythology or expressing devotion and love for God. Kirtans are integral to Bhakti traditions and are seen as a powerful way to connect with the divine and experience a sense of oneness and unity with the universe.
Parola chiave:: Maharashtra, Mahashivaratri, Papvimochneshwar Temple, Mumbai, Koli, Koliwada, Mumbai Archive Project, Mukhalingam, Worli, and Shiva
Creatore:: Mumbai Archive Project Team
Collaboratore:: Ankita Jain
Owner:: tushar1.ayyar@jioinstitute.edu.in
Editore:: Jio Institute
luogo:: Worli
Data caricata:: 21-06-2024
Data modificata:: 21-06-2024
Rights Statement Tesim:: In Copyright
Resource Type:: Image

25. Worhsipping Nandi with Shiva during Maha Shivaratri

Descrizione:: During Maha Shivaratri, Nandi is worshipped along with Shiva. The Nandi statue is bathed with milk, water, bael leaves, and other sacred items in a ritual similar to the abhishekam performed for the lingam.
Parola chiave:: Koli, Shiva, Worli, Mumbai Archive Project, Mahashivaratri, Mukhalingam, Papvimochneshwar Temple, Maharashtra, Koliwada, and Mumbai
Creatore:: Mumbai Archive Project Team
Collaboratore:: Ankita Jain
Owner:: tushar1.ayyar@jioinstitute.edu.in
Editore:: Jio Institute
luogo:: Worli
Data caricata:: 21-06-2024
Data modificata:: 21-06-2024
Rights Statement Tesim:: In Copyright
Resource Type:: Image

26. Mukhalingam attached to Vasuki

Descrizione:: The mukhalingam is attached to the body of the coiled serpent (naga) Vasuki, which forms a protective hooded canopy. In the mythological story of the churning of the ocean (Samudra Manthan), Vasuki is used as the rope to churn the ocean of milk. The presence of Vasuki signifies Shiva's mastery over fear and death.
Parola chiave:: Koli, Shiva, Worli, Mumbai Archive Project, Mahashivaratri, Mukhalingam, Papvimochneshwar Temple, Maharashtra, Koliwada, and Mumbai
Creatore:: Mumbai Archive Project Team
Collaboratore:: Ankita Jain
Owner:: tushar1.ayyar@jioinstitute.edu.in
Editore:: Jio Institute
luogo:: Worli
Data caricata:: 21-06-2024
Data modificata:: 21-06-2024
Rights Statement Tesim:: In Copyright
Resource Type:: Image

27. Koli women dressed in traditional attire

Descrizione:: Dressed in traditional sarees and jewellery, Koli dancers wait for their turn to perform and participate in the procession.
Parola chiave:: Koli, Shiva, Mumbai, Mumbai Archive Project, Mahashivaratri, Mukhalingam, Papvimochneshwar Temple, Maharashtra, Koliwada, and Worli
Creatore:: Mumbai Archive Project Team
Collaboratore:: Ankita Jain
Owner:: tushar1.ayyar@jioinstitute.edu.in
Editore:: Jio Institute
luogo:: Worli
Data caricata:: 21-06-2024
Data modificata:: 21-06-2024
Rights Statement Tesim:: In Copyright
Resource Type:: Image

28. Troupes of dancers performing in front of the temple

Descrizione:: Troupes of dancers perform in front of the temple as the procession prepares for departure. Cultural programmes featuring music and dance are organized at regular intervals along the route of the procession.
Parola chiave:: Koli, Shiva, Worli, Mumbai Archive Project, Mahashivaratri, Mukhalingam, Papvimochneshwar Temple, Maharashtra, Koliwada, and Mumbai
Creatore:: Mumbai Archive Project Team
Collaboratore:: Ankita Jain
Owner:: tushar1.ayyar@jioinstitute.edu.in
Editore:: Jio Institute
luogo:: Worli
Data caricata:: 21-06-2024
Data modificata:: 21-06-2024
Rights Statement Tesim:: In Copyright
Resource Type:: Image

29. Whispering a wish into the ears of Nandi

Descrizione:: A young girl whispers a wish into the ears of Nandi, the mount and messenger of Lord Shiva. For a wish to be fulfilled, it must be made in secret by cupping one's hand over the ear and whispering so others may not hear it.
Parola chiave:: Maharashtra, Mahashivaratri, Papvimochneshwar Temple, Mumbai, Koli, Koliwada, Mumbai Archive Project, Mukhalingam, Worli, and Shiva
Creatore:: Mumbai Archive Project Team
Collaboratore:: Ankita Jain
Owner:: tushar1.ayyar@jioinstitute.edu.in
Editore:: Jio Institute
luogo:: Worli
Data caricata:: 21-06-2024
Data modificata:: 21-06-2024
Rights Statement Tesim:: In Copyright
Resource Type:: Image

30. A lady holding a fly whisk

Descrizione:: A lady is holding a fly whisk (chowrie or chamara) with an ornate silver handle. Typically made from the tail hairs of a yak, the fly whisk is associated with royalty and divinity. In ancient times, it was used by attendants to fan kings, indicating respect and reverence.
Parola chiave:: Maharashtra, Mahashivaratri, Papvimochneshwar Temple, Mumbai, Koli, Koliwada, Mumbai Archive Project, Mukhalingam, Worli, and Shiva
Creatore:: Mumbai Archive Project Team
Collaboratore:: Ankita Jain
Owner:: tushar1.ayyar@jioinstitute.edu.in
Editore:: Jio Institute
luogo:: Worli
Data caricata:: 21-06-2024
Data modificata:: 21-06-2024
Rights Statement Tesim:: In Copyright
Resource Type:: Image

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22. Lingam as a symbolic representation of Lord Shiva

23. Devotees performing a ritual called Lotangan

24. Singers performing kirtans and bhajans

25. Worhsipping Nandi with Shiva during Maha Shivaratri

26. Mukhalingam attached to Vasuki

27. Koli women dressed in traditional attire

28. Troupes of dancers performing in front of the temple

29. Whispering a wish into the ears of Nandi

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26. Mukhalingam attached to Vasuki

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