symbol in Hinduism

C17058 concept

A symbol in Hinduism is a visual, auditory, or ritual sign (such as the Om syllable, lotus, or trident) that embodies and communicates deeper spiritual, philosophical, or mythological meanings within the Hindu tradition.

Observed surface forms (3)

Hindu religious object ×4
symbol in Indian art ×1
symbolic object in Hinduism ×1

Instances (8)

bindu
surface form: Bindu
Swayambhu Ganesha idol via concept surface "Hindu religious object"
Hamsa
Shiva lingam via concept surface "Hindu religious object"
Sanskrit word meaning point or drop via concept surface "symbol in Indian art"
surface form: Bindu
Gada (mace) via concept surface "symbolic object in Hinduism"
Appu lingam via concept surface "Hindu religious object"
Kanwar via concept surface "Hindu religious object"