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Why do we pray to Shiva linga?
Though all the other idols are worshipped in their human forms, the Lord Mahadev is worshipped in the form of Shiva Linga which represents the divine energy. In yogic lore, the Shiva linga is considered the first form to arise when creation occurs, and also the last form before the dissolution of creation.
Why Hindus do pooja for shivling?
Shiva Abhishekam is usually performed to a Lingam representing his manifestation as a creator of good (by destroying evil). In many temples, there is a vessel hung over the Lingam called thaara paathra, that continuously drips water or other offerings onto the Lingam in deference to Shiva’s desire for Abhisheka.
Why girls can’t worship shivling?
Lord Shiva gives a boon to a loved one if he is worshiped with a true heart and with honest desire, unmarried girls to worship Bholenath. But worshiping Lord Shiva’s Shivling form is forbidden to worship them for them. This is because Lord Shiva is absorbed in a very serious penance.
Why milk is poured on shivling?
When milk, which is believed to be one of the best conductors of positive energies, is poured on to the lingam, the flow of energies begin to concentrate towards the lingam, and the devotee becomes the receiver of the outflow for his closest proximity to the lingam.
Why shivling is Worshipped with milk?
In order to calm Shiva, he is offered soothing ingredients like milk and honey. To soothe his throat, ingredients like honey, milk and curd are offered on the shivling. There is also a reason why people stay awake on Shivratri. After Lord Shiva drank the venom, gods were advised to keep him awake during the night.
Why milk is offered to shivling?
In order to calm Shiva, he is offered soothing ingredients like milk and honey. Another story is that on this day samudra manthan took place and to save the world Lord Shiva swallowed the jar of poison. To soothe his throat, ingredients like honey, milk and curd are offered on the shivling.