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.
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.
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.
This part describes the different sacred places associated with Shiva worship.
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 Sati, Lord Shiva First Consort, Her Self-immolation, and the Subsequent Destruction of Daksha Yagna
The legend of Shiva and Parvati combined as Ardhanarishvara, representing the unity of male and female energies.
Kedarnath Temple is a sacred Hindu shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva, located in the Garhwal Himalayas of Uttarakhand, India. Situated at an elevation of 3,583 meters (11,755 feet), it is one of the twelve Jyotirlingas and a key site in the Char Dham Yatra.
One of the twelve Jyotirlingas, revered for its Bhasma Aarti ritual.
Kailash Mansarovar in Tibet, China, is revered as the abode of Lord Shiva and is a sacred pilgrimage site for Hindus and Buddhists alike.
The Lingashtakam is a revered hymn consisting of eight verses praising the Shiva Lingam, symbolizing Lord Shiva formless aspect and seeking his blessings for spiritual growth and liberation.
The Shiva Bhairava Mantra is a powerful invocation dedicated to Lord Bhairava, who is considered a fierce manifestation of Lord Shiva associated with annihilation and protection.
Mantra for Auspiciousness and Fulfillment - Sarva Mangala Mangalye