The dance of Shiva is called 'Anandatandava,' or the Dance of Bliss. This symbolizes the cosmic cycles of creation and destruction,and the daily rhythm of birth and death. The dance is a representation of the five principle manifestations of eternal energy — creation, destruction, preservation, salvation, and illusion.
Shiva is one of the most revered gods in this ancient Hindu religion. The dancing pose represents the ebb and flow of life while the ring of fire symbolizes cosmic energy. He is shown standing on a demon which symbolizes the stamping out of spiritual ignorance.
