Shiva restored the world after his grief-stricken taandav; we mortals can’t revive what we destroy in rage
Shiva’s response to grief was to go berserk in a taandav The air was festive. It was a grand yagna, performed by Daksha, son of Brahma and father of Sati, Shiva’s beloved consort. The palace resounded with gaiety and laughter. But for one discordant note. Sati’s and Shiva’s presence! Daksha loved his daughter, but had …