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Lord Shiva total name?

06-Jun-2025
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Lord Shiva is revered by countless names, each reflecting his attributes, stories, and cosmic functions. In scriptures, it is said that Lord Shiva has 1008 names, known as the "Shiva Sahasranama." Some of the most popular names include:

- Mahadeva (The Great God)
- Shambhu (The Source of Bliss)
- Nataraja (Lord of the Cosmic Dance)
- Rudra (The Fierce One)
- Neelkanth (The Blue-Throated One)
- Bholenath (The Innocent Lord)
- Shankar (The Auspicious One)
- Trilochana (Three-Eyed One)
- Pashupati (Lord of Creatures)
- Maheshwara (The Supreme Lord)

These names are chanted in prayers and hymns to invoke his blessings and meditate upon his various forms and qualities. If you wish to know the complete list of 1008 names, you can refer to the "Shiva Sahasranama Stotra" found in ancient texts like the Mahabharata and various Puranas.

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