Kirtimukha (Sanskrit: कीर्तिमुख , kīrtimukha, also kīrttimukha, a bahuvrihi compound translating to "glorious face") is the name of a swallowing fierce face with huge fangs, and gaping mouth, very common in the iconography of Hindu temple architecture in India and Southeast Asia, and often also found in Buddhist architecture. [1]

Becoming a Keertimukha – The Glorious Face Sadhguru answers a question and speaks of the kind of sadhana required to master time. He tells us the story of Keertimukha in the process.

Sadhguru tells us the story of Keertimukha – a demon who ate himself, and why he is considered to be above even the gods.

Feb 15, 2024 · Kirtimukha frequently adorns temple pinnacles and deity images, especially in South Indian architectural styles. It serves as a protective guardian, warding off malevolent forces from sacred spaces. Distinguished by its consuming action, Kirtimukha differs from the lion face motif (Simhamukha).

Jul 14, 2024 · Have you ever noticed a ferocious, wide-mouthed face adorning the entrance of a Hindu temple? This isn't some random architectural flourish; it's Kirtimukha, the "glorious face," a powerful guardian spirit steeped in myth and symbolism. Today, we delve into the story of Kirtimukha and explore his role as a protector on the threshold.

Mar 8, 2018 · On Mahashivratri night, Sadhguru narrates the origin story of Keertimukha, who is considered to be above all gods due to his act of eating himself up. #Sadhg...

Nov 15, 2023 · The Kirtimukha or ‘Face of Glory’, is a ferocious monster face with protruding eye-balls, huge fangs and gaping mouth found in temple architecture allover Asia. The Kirthimukha is a protector...

Sep 28, 2023 · Kirtimukha, often spelled “Kirtimukhi” or “Kala,” is a frequently used motif in Hindu, Buddhist, and Jain art and iconography, especially in India and other South Asian countries. It is sometimes shown as a fierce and grotesque face or mask, with huge, bulging eyes, pointed teeth, and a wide-open mouth.

In this article only the original significance of the kirtimukha motir in South Asia and its and meandering foliage, but also demonstrate how the serpentine foliage motif was later reinterpreted as a real snake and how eventually kirtimukha turned Garuda,the enemy of serpents.

Kirtimukha is a monstrous lion-face motif. In Hinduism, it glorifies the prowess of Rudra Shiva, Sodra and Agni or the king. In Hindu temple architecture, Kirtimukha was adopted as a decorative motif or pattern and to beautify the cornice moldings, doorways or other portions of …