The large lower curve symbolizes the waking state (jagrat): in this state the consciousness is turned outwards through the senses. The larger size signifies that this is the most common state of human
consciousness.
The upper curve denotes the unconscious state or deep sleep (sushupti): this
is where the sleeper desires nothing.
The middle curve (lies between deep
sleep and the waking state) signifies the dream state (swapna): in this state an individual's consciousness is turned inwards and the dreaming self will manifest a clearer view of the world through closed eyes.
These are the three states of an individual's consciousness and represent the entire physical phenomenon.
The dot signifies the fourth state of
consciousness (turiya): in this state the consciousness does not look outwards or inwards. It signifies the coming to rest of all things within relative existence This blissful state is the ultimate aim of all
spiritual activity. This Absolute state illuminates the other three states.
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