Dharma Samhita
The Dharma Samhita, a significant section of the Shiva Purana, delves deeply into the principles of Dharma (righteousness) and the moral and ethical duties of individuals.
The Dharma Samhita, a significant section of the Shiva Purana, delves deeply into the principles of Dharma (righteousness) and the moral and ethical duties of individuals.
It highlights the power of chanting the name of Lord Shiva and the benefits it brings.
This section consists of two parts: the Purva Khanda and the Uttara Khanda, detailing the knowledge imparted by Lord Shiva to the wind god Vayu.
Sati, Shiva first wife, immolates herself after her father, Daksha, insults Shiva during a grand yajna (sacrifice). Her act of self-sacrifice leads to Shiva grief and rage, resulting in Daksha punishment and the eventual rebirth of Sati as Parvati.
The tale of how Lord Shiva incinerated Kama (the god of love) with his third eye.
Lord Shiva Role in Creation, Maintenance, and Destruction.
One of the twelve Jyotirlingas, located on the Rameshwaram island.
Kunkeshwar Temple in Sindhudurg, Maharashtra, is a picturesque coastal shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva, known for its serene ambiance and architectural beauty.
The Amarnath Temple in Jammu and Kashmir, famed for its natural ice lingam symbolizing Lord Shiva, is a sacred pilgrimage site located at 3,888 meters in the Himalayas.
The Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra is a powerful prayer to Lord Shiva for healing, protection, and liberation from the cycle of life and death.
The Shiva Sarvottama Mantra is a profound declaration of reverence and homage to Lord Shiva as the supreme deity.
Invocation for Divine Protection