One of the mistakes often made by those outside of India is to look at Vedic symbology in superficial terms.The Shiva Lingam is one such symbol. Frequently viewed as a representation of male and female genitalia, it actually has a much deeper and richer significance than this.Thom gives us an entry-level look at the subject in this episode, correcting the misuse of the term Shiva Lingam, and clarifying its symbolism. Episode Highlights:[00:45] A Sacred Form[02:40] Shakti: The Fabric of Creation[04:31] Yoni[06:44] Parashakti and Parashiva[08:57] Union of Yoni and Lingam[11:01] Masculine and Feminine in Vedic Perspective[12:34] Ardhanarishvara: Fusion of Masculine and Feminine[15:12] Interplay of Masculine and Feminine Energies[16:59] Omnisexuality[18:59] Shiva and God Consciousness[20:42] Consciousness Through Different States[22:22] From Transcendental to Cosmic Consciousness[24:11] Five Facets of Supreme Being[26:20] Shiva - The Supreme Being[27:52] Every Being is a Manifestation of Mother DivineUseful Linksinfo@thomknoles.com https://thomknoles.com/https://www.instagram.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.facebook.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.youtube.com/c/thomknoleshttps://thomknoles.com/ask-thom-anything/