"What if the divine chose to reveal itself, unasked and unshaped?" That’s the mystery of Svayambhu Shiva Lingas — sacred ...

So, the Linga was the symbol for Ishwara, for Bhagawan. That's why, even now, there are expressions like "Parameshvara, Devon ka Dev – Mahadev." All these indicate that Shiva was the Supreme ...

Devotees offer water, usually Gangajal to the Shiva Linga. Some people also use pure water to bathe the Shiva Linga during the ritual. It is believed that Lord Shiva resides in the Mount Kailash ...

The Hindu Society of Manitoba celebrated Maha Shivratri on Feb. 26 at the newly renovated temple on Ellice Avenue and the ...

This event is believed to have occurred on Maha Shivratri, and devotees worship the Shiva Lingam to honor this divine revelation. According to another legend from Hindu mythology, during the great ...

Another Jyotirlinga, this temple is renowned for its three-faced Shiva Linga. It is located close to Nashik and is an important pilgrimage center. Both a Jyotirlinga and a Shaktipeeth, the temple ...

Devotees engage in prayers, meditation, and chanting to remain spiritually alert. Shiva Linga Abhishekam: The custom of bathing the Shiva Linga, sometimes known as Abhishekam, drives Maha ...

The rituals of Mahashivratri involve decorating the Shiva Linga with flowers and bael leaves. Devotees observe a day-long fast and offer bhaang, fruits, honey, ghee, sweets and milk to Lord Shiva.

MAHA Shivaratri, celebrated today (Wednesday), is one of the most significant Hindu festivals. It is a night dedicated to the worship of Lord Shiva. Unlike most Hindu celebrations held during the ...

For worship, people either go to the nearest temple or if they have a Shiv Linga in their home, they worship it only. It is said that Lord Shiva loves milk and milk products very much. Hence ...