A chentu (Tamil: செண்டு) is a horse whip which looks like a crooked stick, and is a typical attribute of Aiyanar, Krishna in his aspect as Rajagopala, and Shiva with Nandi. The attribute of chentu, which is etymologically derived from a Tamil word, generally appears in Southern India, especially in Hindu images of Tamil Nadu state, India.
| Chentu | |
|---|---|
| Type | Whip |
| Place of origin | India |
References
edit- Dictionary of Hindu Lore and Legend (ISBN 0-500-51088-1) by Anna Dallapiccola