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Significance of Kilaka

Kilaka has different meanings in Vastushastra and Natyashastra. In Vastushastra, it refers to pegs or fastenings used for securing horses with ropes in a stable. Conversely, in Natyashastra, Kilaka describes a gesture involving the interlocking of the little fingers of the Mriga-shirsha hand, symbolizing affection during conversations. These diverse interpretations highlight the cultural significance of the term in various contexts.

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Hindu concept of 'Kilaka'

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In Hinduism, Kilaka symbolizes both practical elements, like securing horses, and a gesture of affection through intertwined little fingers, reflecting intimate communication and connection in relationships.

Significance in Vastushastra (architecture):
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From: Vastu-shastra (Introduction to Indian architecture)

(1) Pegs or fastenings used to secure horses with ropes in the stable.[1]

Vastushastra refers to the ancient Indian science (shastra) of architecture (vastu), dealing with topics such architecture, sculpture, town-building, fort building and various other constructions. Vastu also deals with the philosophy of the architectural relation with the cosmic universe.

Significance in Natyashastra (theatrics and dramaturgy):
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From: Abhinaya-darpana (English)

(1) A gesture where the little fingers of the Mriga-shirsha hand are interlocked, representing affection in conversations.[2]

Natyashastra refers to both the ancient Indian tradition (shastra) of performing arts, (natya鈥攖heatrics, drama, dance, music), as well as the name of a Sanskrit work dealing with these subjects. It also teaches the rules for composing Dramatic plays (nataka), construction and performance of Theater, and Poetic works (kavya).

Significance in Purana and Itihasa (epic history):
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From: Devi Bhagavata Purana

(1) The chanting of a mantra intended to serve as a protective pin or safeguard.[3]

The Purana refers to Sanskrit literature preserving ancient India鈥檚 vast cultural history, including historical legends, religious ceremonies, various arts and sciences. The eighteen mahapuranas total over 400,000 shlokas (metrical couplets) and date to at least several centuries BCE.

Plural form: Kilakas.