The Origin of Hindu Deity Imagery
Hindu scriptures like the Vedas, Upanishads, and Puranas provide vivid descriptions of the gods and goddesses. These texts often portray the deities with symbolic attributes—Lord Shiva adorned with a crescent moon, Goddess Saraswati holding a veena, and Lord Vishnu reclining on a serpent. Artists over centuries translated these descriptions into sculptures, paintings, and other art forms, giving a visual identity to divine figures.
