Education
In relation to Education, where are images or idols of Saraswati found?
Schools, colleges, and libraries
What instrument is Saraswati pictured holding?
A veena
What makes up most Hindu art?
Depictions of the numerous deities
Why does Saraswati wear white?
To symbolize purity
Before embarking on any educational pursuit or exams
Hindus use dance performances to tell the stories of who?
The stories of the deities
What are painted and sculptured images believed to embody?
They're believed to embody the divine
What animal does Saraswati ride?
A white swan
What do scholars offer Saraswati during Saraswati Puja?
Flowers, fruits, and incense
What do Hindus believe about music?
Nearly all Hindu music is considered to be divine
What chakra activates Saraswati?
The throat chakra
What is Saraswati considered the mother of?
The mother of the Vedas
Why is Saraswati depicted as sitting on a lotus?
It symbolizes her association with literature and poetry
What does the veena represent?
Serves as a reminder to tune one's heart and mind to live in harmony with others and the world
What is the Hindu mantra for creativity (in English)?
Om Eim Saraswati Namaha Om, “Salutations to Saraswati”
What does the name Saraswati mean?
"That which is fluid"
What is Guru Purnima?
Students express gratitude to their teachers and seek Saraswati's blessings for continued learning
What is Hindu religious music called?
A bhajan
What are the themes of Hindu art?
Spiritual salvation, righteous living, love, and prosperity
What do her four hands represent?
Mind, intellect, alertness, and ego