Used in religious ceremonies, mythologicaly, these had the power to summon the Gods to witness the ceremony. Lord 'Krishna' in the center, with his sister 'Subhadra' on his right and another 'Balabhadra' on his left. Images of the idols found in the 'Jagannatha Temple' in Puri, in the state of Orissa . One of the chief deities of the Vedas. It is the source of Light, of Warmth, of Life and of Knowledge.
Solar energy is the source of all life.
The sun is the center of Creation, at the center of the universe . From which are believed to emanate the sixteen rays of knowledge. Is the traditional art of decorating the courtyard and walls of Indian houses, entrances to temples and at times eating places. A powder of white stone, lime, rice flower and other cheap paste is used to draw intricate and ritual designs. Each state has its own way of painting Rangoli.