What is the science behind shivling?

There are two types of Shiva Lingam. The truth behind the scientific research by the Danish scientist, Neils Bohr, demonstrates that Molecules (the smallest part of everything) made up of Atoms which consists of Proton, Neutron and Electron, all of which play a vital part in the composition of Shiva Lingam.

Why milk is poured on Shiva Linga?

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.

Which side should Shiva lingam face?

The Shiva Linga should always be placed facing the North direction . That means the out- let of any liquid poured on Shiva Linga should be in North direction.

Why there is snake on shivling?

The snake represents the Ahamkara (ego). Hence, Shiva uses this Ahamkara as an ornament because it doesn’t find space within his body. The Lord monitors the Ahamkara or the ego that otherwise makes us hollow from within. Shiva is also known as Bairagi (or Vairagi), meaning he is above the mundane world.

What is the meaning of the Shiva Linga?

The Shiva Linga As An Ancient Sacred Symbol Shiva Linga – Symbol Of Lord Shiva In Sanskrit, Linga means a ‘mark’ or a symbol, which points to an inference. The Shiva Linga is a representation of the Hindu deity Shiva used for worship in temples.

Who carved the lingas of Vijayanagar?

According to historians, the lingas are believed to have been commissioned to be carved by Sadashiva Raya (who was also called the King of Sirsi), of the Vijayanagar Kingdom during 1678-1718.

Why is the lingam shaped like an egg?

The word linga itself literally means ‘symbol’ or an image. There are so many philosophic interpretations justifying the rationale behind the shape of the lingam. Discussing a few of them shall throw more light on this aspect. One of the interpretations observes that the shape of the lingam suggests the shape of an egg.

Do you worship the Shiva Linga in the morning on Mahashivratri?

On the day of Mahashivratri, you must have observed your parents or grandparents worship the Shiva Linga in the morning. They might have even asked you to come to the temple with them to bathe the linga with water or milk and you may or may not have accompanied them for various reasons.