Shiva - The First Yogi shiva Santoshi Mata is a revered

Santoshi Mata is a revered Hindu goddess

symbolizing beauty and divine allure

Remover of rats that plague our existence

There are many both benevolent and fearsome depictions of Shiva

Despite the stylized proportions

Shiva - The First Yogi shiva Santoshi Mata is a reveredA carved or cast representation of Lord Shiva, seated in a traditional cross legged posture atop a tiger skin, this statue is a prominent artifact emblematic of Hinduism's religious and cultural heritage. Two front arms rest gracefully on his lap, the palms facing upwards in the Dhyana Mudra, symbolizing meditation and inner peace. Two rear arms each hold distinct objects: a trident (Trishula), representing his control over cosmic forces, and a small,