The symbolism of the dance of Shiva is represented by the attitude called "Ananda Tandavam". Shiva has four arms : one right hand holds the "damaru", symbol of creation through the primordial sound; in one of the left hands, the purifying fire, symbol of transformation; the other right hand makes the reassuring gesture; the other left hand, the protecting gesture; his left foot, lifted up, evokes liberation and salvation; his right foot crushes the demon of ignorance and evil.
