By Swami Harshananda
Building a temple is not only a sacred act but also a complicated affair. The most important part of it is the ṣadādhārapratiṣthā[1] inside the garbhagrha or the sanctum. The nidhikumbha or nidhikalaśa is the second of these six. It is placed above the ādhāraśilā.[2] It contains several objects like nine precious stones, several metals and minerals, herbs and soils, symbolizing creation and prosperity.
References[edit]
- ↑ Sadādhārapratiṣthā means fixing up of six supports.
- ↑ Ādhāraśilā means the base stone.
- The Concise Encyclopedia of Hinduism, Swami Harshananda, Ram Krishna Math, Bangalore