Sri Nithyananda Dakshinamurthy
Lord Nithyananda Dakshinamurthy is an incarnation of Paramashiva Himself as the primordial and supreme teacher.
Sri Dakshinamurthy's upper right hand holds the drum representing harmony with Time and Creation (Integrity). His upper left hand holds a flame, the fire of Knowledge which destroys ignorance (Authenticity). His lower right hand poised in Abhaya (Responsibility).His lower left hand clasps palm leaves indicating He is the master of the established teachings (Enriching). He is shown seated in a posture indicating that he is ready to teach all who are willing to sit in ‘Upanishad’ at his feet and learn from him.