The Jambukeshwarar (Siva) temple, located in Sembakkkam village, not too far from Chennai, has traditionally been called ...

The ministry clarified that the ceremony of Shiva Lingam was historically a significant ritual for ancient kings. The ministry added that a wedding, in contrast, is a sacred union between a man and a ...

The devotees celebrate the festival in temples by pouring water or milk over the Shiva linga, a stone sculpture symbolic of Shiva, the Hindu god of destruction. Some also observe a fast during the day ...

This Mahashivratri, let’s relive the legendary Shiva Linga scene from the blockbuster Baahubali—a powerful portrayal of devotion, strength, and cinematic grandeur. Follow Us Trending Photos New Delhi: ...

The day is also associated with Lord Shiva’s manifestation as the ‘Shiva Linga’ — a representation of the supreme cosmic energy. Rituals and Practices and the Power of Prayers Seeking blessing on the ...

It is believed that the gods, headed by Lord Kartikeya installed the Stambheshwar Mahadev Linga after eliminating the demon Tarakasur. Tarakasur was a devotee of Lord Shiva, who established a ...

On Maha Shivratri, devotees primarily worship the Shiva Linga, following specific rituals and rules. The order of offering plays a crucial role in reaping the full benefits of the puja. The first ...

MAHA Shivaratri, celebrated today (Wednesday), is one of the most significant Hindu festivals. It is a night dedicated to the worship of Lord Shiva. Unlike most Hindu celebrations held during the ...

The devotees celebrate the festival in temples by pouring water or milk over the Shiva linga, a stone sculpture symbolic of Shiva, the Hindu god of destruction. Some also observe a fast during the ...

One of the main rituals during Maha Shivaratri is Abhisjkam, in which Shiva Lingam in temples is bathed with milk, honey, water, and bel patra (Bilva leaves) as a part of the puja tradition.

The devotees pour water over the Shiva Linga, an iconic representation of lord Shiva, as a symbol of purification and devotion. Spiritual and Social Importance Maha Shivaratri serves as a time for ...

The misrepresented picture shows a statue of the Hindu deity Shiva in a temple in southern India. "The Shiva Linga found at Dhanmondi 32 is the talk of the town now," reads a Facebook post on February ...