How many Shiva are there in universe?
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How many Shiva are there in universe?
He is one of the five equivalent deities in Panchayatana puja of the Smarta tradition of Hinduism. Shiva is the primal Atman (Self) of the universe. There are many both benevolent and fearsome depictions of Shiva….
| Shiva | |
|---|---|
| Abode | Mount Kailash Cremation grounds (Shmashana Adhipati) |
| Mantra | Om Namah Shivaya ॐ नमः शिवाय। |
Are there multiple Shivas?
Shiva the formless and Shakti the formed; Shiva consciousness and Shakti energy. He is before Maya, and he breakup Maya where there is only him . Therefore there are no multiple Shiva but just one.
Is Shiva creator of universe?
Shiva is the third god in the Hindu triumvirate. The triumvirate consists of three gods who are responsible for the creation, upkeep and destruction of the world. The other two gods are Brahma and Vishnu. Brahma is the creator of the universe while Vishnu is the preserver of it.
Where does Lord Shiva live in the universe?
Mount Kailash
Lord Shiva lives in the Mount Kailash with his two sons Kartikeya and Ganesha who is known as the Remover of Obstacles.
Are there as many Brahmins and Rudras as there are universes?
Yes, there are as many Brahmas and Rudras as there are universes: Actually it is very difficult to ascertain the number of universes. Every universe has its separate Lord Brahmā and Lord Rudra, who are known as permanent governors.
Who are the Lord Brahmā and Lord Śiva?
Every universe has its separate Lord Brahmā and Lord Śiva, who are known as permanent governors. Therefore there is also no counting them. Lord Brahmā and Lord Śiva are called cira-loka-pāla, permanent governors. This means that they govern the affairs of the universe from the beginning of the creation to the end.
What did Ganesha see when he looked at the Cosmic Eggs?
He (Ganesha) saw crores of spherical Cosmic Eggs like so many atoms. They were getting merged and dissolved in Mahesha who was in linga form. Yes, there are as many Brahmas and Rudras as there are universes: Actually it is very difficult to ascertain the number of universes.
Where is the concept of multiple Brahmandas found in the Vedas?
Laksmî Devî is fanning wonderful chowry to Him. Struck with wonder at the sight of the eternal Visnu, we took our seat on the car and looked at one another’s face. Besides this, ” Concept of multiple Brahmandas ” is described in Chapter 10 “Shiva Swallowing Poison” of Skanda Purana (Pg- 78).