A
unique image of the demon
Rahu
standing
on
Garuda,
prior to losing his legs,
at
Tantra Thewala, i.e. the ‘Tantra
Idol Shrine’,
which is also known as
Wat Phra Siwa Chao,
i.e. the
‘Lord
Shiva
Temple’, in
Bangkok (fig.).
Rahu depicted riding Garuda symbolizes the contrast
between good and evil, with Garuda representing virtue
and protection against evil forces, while Rahu embodies
chaos and illusion. This imagery highlights the ongoing
struggle between light and darkness in the cosmic order.
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