Rudra Samhita
The Rudra Samhita is one of the most significant sections of the Shiva Purana, providing a comprehensive account of the life and exploits of Lord Shiva and his divine family.
कर्पूरगौरं करुणावतारं
संसारसारं भुजगेन्द्रहारम्।
सदा वसन्तं हृदयारविन्दे
भवम् भवानीसहितं नमामि॥
Meaning :
I salute the one who is white like camphor and the embodiment of compassion,
The essence of the world, adorned with serpent garlands,
Who always resides in the lotus of the heart,
I bow to Shiva along with Goddess Bhavani (Parvati).
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