Guruvayur is considered to be “Bhooloka Vaikunta” - the heaven on earth, as the idol was once worshiped by the Lord Mahavishnu himself in Vaikunta. The deity is in the traditionally orthodox form of Mahavishnu, with all the compliments - four arms each carrying Shankh (Conch), Chakra (Wheel), Gadha (Club) and Padmam (Lotus).
His lower right hand represents the revolving or creative tendency. This hand holds conch, symbol of the five elements (Panchajanyam). When blown, it produces a sound that is associated with the primeval sound from which creation developed.
His upper right hand represents the cohesive tendency. This holds the Discus (Sudarshana Chakra) or the Wheel. This has six spokes and symbolizes six-petalled lotus. It represents the limitless controlling of all the six seasons and is the fearful weapon that severes the head of demons.
The upper left hand represents the tendency towards dispersion and liberation. This holds the Lotus, symbol of the causal power of illusion from which the universe rises. This Lotus is called Padma. It is the symbol of purity and represents the unfolding of creation.It is the truth from which emerged the rules of conduct and knowledge.
The lower left hand holds Gada (Mace), the symbol of primeval knowledge. It represents the notion of individual existence. This is named Kaumodaki and is the elemental force from which all physical and mental powers are derived.
Courtesy: http://shaijavallikatri.blogspot.in
Courtesy: http://shaijavallikatri.blogspot.in
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