Uma Samhita
The Uma Samhita is a significant section of the Shiva Purana, dedicated primarily to the goddess Uma, another name for Parvati, the consort of Lord Shiva.
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The Tale of Sati, Lord Shiva First Consort, Her Self-immolation, and the Subsequent Destruction of Daksha Yagna
The Story Of Lord Shiva First Child Lord Kartikeya also known as Murugan, Skanda, or Subramanya.
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Dedicated to Lord Shiva in his form as Nataraja, the cosmic dancer.
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Invocation for Divine Protection
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