Ramayan Masks : Reflections of Culture and Religion - Mask depict the alternative self of man and help in projections of cultural, religious and spiritual thinking. Kathakali is a classical mask-dance form from the state of Kerala. Epic dramas from the Ramayana and Mahabharata are typically performed here. The mask is a heritage of this planet and works beyond all stipulated geo-political boundaries of the world.
The trinity is interpreted in various forms in Hindu philosophy... it represents earth, water, and fire... the Trimurti (Trinity) originated from Adi Shakti – or the Supreme cosmic Energy – as symbolized by a female form – the universal Mother... According to the Puranas, Brahma is said to be the son of the Supreme Being and his female energy, Maya – the cosmic illusion which keeps all life under a veil of separation from the Supreme One... In addition to being the creator of the universe, Brahma...decides the incarnations to be bestowed on each creature…
