The symbol of Swastika is considered to be highly
auspicious and thus it is quite often used in the art and architecture
of Hindus. It finds a special place for itself in the wedding
decorations. Swastika designs can be found in temples, doorways,
clothing, cars etc. Most of the wedding cards have the Swastik symbol
imprinted on them. To know the meaning and significance of Swastika in
Hinduism, read on.
The four wings of the Swastik cross point towards the four directions,
namely North, East, South and West, which connotes stability, firmness
and strength. It is used as the symbol of Sun, thereby representing Lord
Surya. Swastika is regarded very sacred and therefore this motif is used
to adorn almost all the things associated with the Hindu religion. Due
to its holiness, it is used in all the Hindu yantras in the form of a
religious symbol.
Most of the religious scriptures contain the design of Swastik. Even,
the Hindu God Ganesha is depicted as sitting on a lotus flower kept on
the bed of Swastikas. Swastika is one amongst the 108 symbols of Lord
Vishnu. It signifies the rays of sun, which are precious for the
existence of life. The right side of Swastika represents the rotation of
sun, which begins from the Northern hemisphere and then proceeds to
east, then south and finally west. Left side of Swastika is known as
Sauvastika. It symbolizes Goddess Kali, who is portrayed in a very
terrifying manner. She is considered to be the Goddess of darkness.
