Shiva The Omnipotent

  महाकाल श‍िव की मह‍िमा अपरंपार है। उन्‍हें प्रसन्‍न करने के ल‍िए क‍िसी खास प्रयास या पूजा-पाठ की जरूरत नहीं होती। बल्कि सच्‍ची श्रद्धा और पूरे मन से क‍िया गया प्रयास आपको भोलेनाथ की कृपा का पात्र बना सकता है। शायद यही वजह है क‍ि अपने भक्‍तों के ल‍िए महाकाल ने काल तक को भस्‍म कर दिया था। ऐसी ही एक कथा म‍िलती है हमारे धार्मिक ग्रंथों में ज‍िसे हम आपके साथ शेयर कर रहे हैं। मान्‍यता है क‍ि भक्‍तों का चर‍ित पढ़ने और सुनने से भोलेनाथ की असीम कृपा और पुण्‍य की प्राप्ति होती है। तो आइए जानते हैं भक्‍त के प्रत‍ि महाकाल की अगाध आस्‍था की ज‍िस कहानी का हम ज‍िक्र कर रहे हैं वह स्‍वयं भगवान कार्तिकेय ने संतों को सुनाई थी। इसके अनुसार राजा श्वेतकेतु जो क‍ि भोलेनाथ के परम भक्‍त थे उन्‍होंने काल को भी जीत‍ ल‍िया था। राजा श्वेतकेतु सदाचारी, सत्यवादी, धर्म के मार्ग पर चलने वाले शूरवीर और प्रजा पालक थे। वह अत्‍यंत ही न‍िष्‍ठा और प्रेम भाव से प्रजा का पालन और अगाध आस्‍था और श्रद्धा भाव से  शिव  भक्ति करते थे। उनके इस भक्ति भाव से महाकाल अत्‍यंत प्रसन्‍न थे। उनकी कृपा से श्वेतकेतु के राज्य के लोग दुख, दरि

 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

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 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🌪️ 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

  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

  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

Adiyogi is the originator of yoga. From Sanskrit, adi means "first" and yogi refers to a practitioner of yoga. According to yogic philosophy,  Shiva is not only a Hindu god, but the first yogi and the first guru . Hence, he is also called Adiyogi or Adiguru . One of the significant representations of Shiva is as the Adiyogi, which translates to "the first yogi" or "the primal yogi." According to Hindu mythology, Shiva is believed to be the originator and the first teacher of yoga. He is said to have transmitted the knowledge of yoga to his divine consort, Parvati, and through her to the Saptarishis (the seven great sages) who became the founders of various yoga traditions. In the yogic tradition, Shiva is regarded as the embodiment of stillness, meditation, and spiritual liberation. He is often depicted in a seated meditation posture, with matted hair, a crescent moon on his head, a snake around his neck, and a trident (trishula) in his hand. These symbols

  It is believed that the Rudraksha contains the secrets of the entire evolution of Cosmos within it. Disciples devoted to Lord Shiva always wear Rudraksha  to lead a peaceful life and also for deeper meditation . It helps maintain good health, gain self-empowerment and lead a fearless life. In Hindu mythology and religious traditions, Lord Shiva is often depicted wearing a garland made of rudraksha beads, known as a "rudraksha mala." The rudraksha mala holds significant spiritual and symbolic importance. Here are a few reasons why Lord Shiva is associated with wearing a rudraksha mala : Divine Connection : Rudraksha beads are believed to be a gift from Lord Shiva to humanity. According to Hindu scriptures, Lord Shiva shed tears of compassion for the welfare of all living beings, and these tears formed the rudraksha trees. Thus, wearing a rudraksha mala is seen as a way to connect with Lord Shiva's divine energy and seek his blessings. Protection and Fearlessness : It

  In Hindu mythology, Lord Shiva is often depicted as wearing a tiger skin, known as "Tiger Skin Loincloth" or "Vyaghrapada." The tiger skin holds symbolic significance and represents various aspects of Lord Shiva's divine attributes and his connection with the natural world . The tiger skin worn by Lord Shiva is said to represent his role as the destroyer of ignorance, illusions, and negative forces. Tigers are considered powerful and majestic creatures, and the tiger skin symbolizes Shiva's mastery over fear and his ability to harness and control primal energies. Moreover, the tiger skin signifies Shiva's association with the wilderness and the animal kingdom. It represents his affinity with nature and his transcendence of societal norms. Shiva is often depicted as residing in the mountains, forests, or cremation grounds, and the tiger skin represents his connection with these untamed and raw aspects of the world. The depiction of Shiva wearing a tiger

  Trishul  represents the three aspects of consciousness - waking, dreaming and sleeping, and it represents the three gunas- satva, rajas and tamas . Holding a trishul (Trident) signifies that Shiva (the divinity) is above all the three states- waking, dreaming and sleeping, yet is the upholder of these three states Hindu God Shiva : The Trishul is strongly associated with Lord Shiva, one of the principal deities in Hinduism. Shiva is often depicted holding a Trishul, which represents his power and authority. The three prongs of the Trishul symbolize various aspects of Shiva's role, including creation, preservation, and destruction. It represents the balance of forces in the universe and the cycle of life, death, and rebirth. Balance and Harmony : The Trishul is seen as a symbol of balance and harmony. The three prongs represent the three primary energies or forces in the universe, known as Gunas in Hindu philosophy—Sattva (purity), Rajas (activity), and Tamas (inertia). The Tr