Shiva Tandava. Kapalini. Bharata Natyam

Raga: Palini. Performed by Gaura Nataraj das (Aleksey Furdak) Shiva is known as Kapalini- one who begs with Brahmakapaalam (Brahma’s skull, His 5th head that was cut off by Shiva) in His hands. He wears garland of skulls. O Siva! You are the treasure of compassion and mercy! O consort of Uma, Parvathi! O protector! Please come! O lord of the sabha! (reference is to Thillai Natarajar) Will you show me your mercy at least in the future? You protect even people of the lowest castes/classes! You are Ar