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10 Minutes With Shantha : Chapter 06 Summary - Cosmic Dance at CERN – Higgs Boson
Narrated by Shantha Lakshmi
The Cosmic Dance at CERN beautifully symbolizes the intersection of ancient mythology and modern science, particularly in the discovery of the Higgs boson, often referred to as the "God Particle." On July 4, 2012, CERN's groundbreaking announcement confirmed the Standard Model of particle physics, explaining how particles acquire mass.
At the entrance of CERN stands a statue of Nataraja, the dancing form of Lord Shiva, gifted by India. This statue embodies the cosmic dance of creation and destruction, reflecting the dynamic activity of subatomic particles. Fritjof Capra, in "The Tao of Physics," first highlighted the parallel between Shiva’s dance and the behavior of subatomic particles.
The statue at CERN serves as a reminder of the profound connection between spirituality and science, symbolizing the rhythmic cycles that govern the universe. This confluence of ancient wisdom and cutting-edge physics underscores the timeless quest for understanding that transcends cultures and epochs.
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By Ram Krishnamani's Shall We Dance_Podcast Series narrated by Shantha LakshmiNarrated by Shantha Lakshmi
The Cosmic Dance at CERN beautifully symbolizes the intersection of ancient mythology and modern science, particularly in the discovery of the Higgs boson, often referred to as the "God Particle." On July 4, 2012, CERN's groundbreaking announcement confirmed the Standard Model of particle physics, explaining how particles acquire mass.
At the entrance of CERN stands a statue of Nataraja, the dancing form of Lord Shiva, gifted by India. This statue embodies the cosmic dance of creation and destruction, reflecting the dynamic activity of subatomic particles. Fritjof Capra, in "The Tao of Physics," first highlighted the parallel between Shiva’s dance and the behavior of subatomic particles.
The statue at CERN serves as a reminder of the profound connection between spirituality and science, symbolizing the rhythmic cycles that govern the universe. This confluence of ancient wisdom and cutting-edge physics underscores the timeless quest for understanding that transcends cultures and epochs.