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June 27, 2023

I am He 🌹☘️🙏 By Adi Shankaracharya Mind, nor intellect, nor ego, feeling; Sky nor earth nor metals am I. I am He, I am He, Blessed spirit, I am He! No birth, no death, no caste have I; Father, mother, have I none. I am He, I am He, Blessed spirit, I am He! Beyond the flights of fancy, formless am I, Permeating the limbs of all life; Bondage I do not fear; I am free, ever free. I am He, I am He, Blessed spirit, I am He

Why are Bilva leaves offerd to lord Shiva

June 27, 2023

Bilva leaves are dear to Lord Shiva or Mahadeva and they have close links with Mahalakshmi, the consort of Lord Hindus Bilva tree(s) is grown in all major shiva temples. Besides Lakshmi, Goddess Parvati, Goddess G auri live in this sacred tree. B i lva leaves are widely used by the priests for temple ritual and prayers, particularly when chanting mantras in Sanskrit. This practice has been in vogue for several centuries. The tree, being holy and dear to Lord shiva, the dry trunk should not be cut to pieces and used as fuel. The S anthal tribes of Northern India worship the tree stumps and offer prayers. Hindus bel ie ve that our Karma will get considerable relief if Bilva leaves are offered to the Shiva Linga - a way of reducing our sins committed knowingly or un -knowingly . T he trifoliate form of leaves symbolize the trident that Shiva holds in his right hand How to choose Bel Patra? While choosing the Bel leaves to offer on Shivling, make sure that there should n

NIRVANA SHATAKAM

June 25, 2023

NIRVANA SHATAKAM mano buddhi ahankara chittani naaham na cha shrotravjihve na cha ghraana netre na cha vyoma bhumir na tejo na vaayuhu chidananda rupah shivo'ham shivo'ham I am not the mind, the intellect, the ego or the memory, I am not the ears, the skin, the nose or the eyes, I am not space, not earth, not fire, water or wind, I am the form of consciousness and bliss, I am the eternal Shiva... na cha prana sangyo na vai pancha vayuhu na va sapta dhatur na va pancha koshah na vak pani-padam na chopastha payu chidananda rupah shivo'ham shivo'ham I am not the breath, nor the five elements, I am not matter, nor the 5 sheaths of consciousness Nor am I the speech, the hands, or the feet, I am the form of consciousness and bliss, I am the eternal Shiva... na me dvesha ragau na me lobha mohau na me vai mado naiva matsarya bhavaha na dharmo na chartho na kamo na mokshaha chidananda rupah shivo'ham shivo'ham There is no like or dislike in me, no greed or delusion, I

JALANDHAR

June 25, 2023

JALANDHAR🌪️ कहते हैं कि जलंधर भी शिव का पुत्र था। हालांकि पौराणिक कथाओं अनुसार जलंधर भगवान शिव का सबसे बड़ा शत्रु था। श्रीमद् देवी भागवत पुराण के अनुसार जलंधर असुर शिव का अंश था, लेकिन उसे इसका पता नहीं था। जलंधर बहुत ही शक्तिशाली असुर था। इंद्र को पराजित कर जलंधर तीनों लोकों का स्वामी बन बैठा था। कहते हैं कि यमराज भी उससे डरते थे श्रीमद् देवी भागवत पुराण के अनुसार एक बार भगवान शिव ने अपना तेज समुद्र में फेंक दिया इससे जलंधर उत्पन्न हुआ। माना जाता है कि जलंधर में अपार शक्ति थी और उसकी शक्ति का कारण थी उसकी पत्नी वृंदा। वृंदा के पतिव्रत धर्म के कारण सभी देवी-देवता मिलकर भी जलंधर को पराजित नहीं कर पा रहे थे। जलंधर को इससे अपने शक्तिशाली होने का अभिमान हो गया और वह वृंदा के पतिव्रत धर्म की अवहेलना करके देवताओं के विरुद्ध कार्य कर उनकी स्त्रियों को सताने लगा। जलंधर को मालूम था कि ब्रह्मांड में सबसे शक्तिशाली कोई है तो वे हैं देवों के देव महादेव। जलंधर ने खुद को सर्वशक्तिमान रूप में स्थापित करने के लिए क्रमश: पहले इंद्र को परास्त किया और त्रिलोधिपति बन गया। इसके बाद उसने विष्णु लोक पर आक्

12 Jyotirlingam

June 17, 2023

The twelve Jyotirlingas are revered shrines in Hinduism dedicated to Lord Shiva. These temples are considered to be the most sacred and powerful abodes of Lord Shiva. Here is a list of the twelve Jyotirlingas: Somnath Jyotirlinga : Located in Prabhas Patan near Veraval in Gujarat, Somnath is the first Jyotirlinga. It is believed to be the place where Lord Krishna ended his earthly journey and left for his heavenly abode. Mallikarjuna Jyotirlinga , Andhra Pradesh: Situated in Srisailam, Andhra Pradesh, the Mallikarjuna Jyotirlinga is associated with the story of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. It is believed that a Shiva Lingam on top of the mountain split into two, representing Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga : Located in Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh, Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga is one of the most famous and revered Jyotirlingas. It is believed to be the place where Lord Shiva appeared as a light (Jyoti) to vanquish an evil demon. Omkareshwar Jyotirlinga : Situated

Maha Mrityunjay Mantra ( The Death conquering Mantra)

June 16, 2023

The Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra is a sacred mantra from ancient Hindu scriptures. It is also known as the "Great Death-conquering Mantra" or the "Triyambakam Mantra." The mantra holds immense significance and is associated with Lord Shiva, the destroyer and transformer aspect of the Hindu Trinity. Here is the Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra in Sanskrit : ॐ त्र्यम्बकं यजामहे सुगन्धिं पुष्टिवर्धनम्। उर्वारुकमिव बन्धनान्मृत्योर्मुक्षीय मामृतात्॥ Here is the transliteration of the mantra: Om Tryambakam Yajamahe, Sugandhim Pushti-Vardhanam Urvarukamiva Bandhanan, Mrityor Mukshiya Maamritat Tanslation : "We worship the three-eyed one (Lord Shiva) who is fragrant and who nourishes all beings. May He liberate us from death, for the sake of immortality, even as the cucumber is severed from its bondage." Overcoming Fear of Death : The mantra is believed to grant spiritual strength and courage to overcome the fear of death and embrace the cycle of life and death. It invokes t

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