How Does Hindu Religion Influence The Hindu Dance?

Since the 11th century dance had been an important art form in India, and Shiva is believed to be the master of it. He is often called the Lord of Dance. According to one Hindu legend, Shiva almost signaled the end of this universe by performing a dangerous dance before its time. Shiva was married from Sati against the wishes of Sati’s father which led her to jump into a fire. The story becomes less certain at this point, but it is believed that Shiva started the cosmic dance of death. Indian classical dance has deep roots in the Hindu religious aspects that are also affected by the traditions of the temple, and based on the legendary tales of t Hinduism. Indian classical dances such as Bharata Natyam, Odissi, and Manipuri are all influenced by the Hindu religion.

Of course, the Indian classical dances Odissi, Manipuri and Bharata Natyam are not really influenced by Hinduism. These dances are influenced by techniques and terminology that have been traced back to ancient treatises, by the Brahman sage and priest Bharata. Moreover, these dances are influenced by romance of love and passion. After considering the reality of

The website Encyclopedia Britannica states that “Originally Bharata Natyam dance is a temple dance for women, Bharata Natyam often is used to express Hindu religious stories and devotions” (History of Bharatanatyam). This obviously shows the classical dance Bharata Natyam is influenced by Hinduism. Bharata Natyam are originated in temples to enact religious themes by movements which are characterized by bent legs, while feet keep rhythm making the shape move of their Gods’ statues. Hands may be used in a series of mudras, or symbolic hand gestures, to tell stories of their Gods. Hindu religion affected the Indian dance where it’s completed and set up perfectly in terms of the moves and Hinduism