The word “Padma” means the lotus flower. In the Hindu mythology, the lotus is the most revered flower. The lotus represents spiritual growth and prosperity. Lotuses grow in murky water and rise up without stains, they are often viewed as a symbol of purity. Since they return to the murky water each evening and open their blooms at the break of day, lotus flowers are also symbols of strength, resilience, and rebirth

In this room, the countless lotuses with their curling stems and fanlike leaves floating on the banks of Krishana’s beloved Yamuna. Numerous birds fluttering from lotus to lotus remind one of the descriptions in poems written in praise of Krishna, in which Krishna is compared to the birds and his beloved Gopis to lotuses. The lotus stems are known to be rather strong, but here they have curled up, almost like one becomes weak-kneed in the presence of ones lover!

At the krishna temple of Nathadwara, where krishna is addressed as Shrinathji, painted or embroidered backdrops, known as pichhvais are offered daily. In the summer months to provide a cool atmosphere for the deity painted backdrops depicting lotuses are frequently used. Several fountains, and toy ducks are also placed in front of the deity.