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Shiva

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There are four levels of experiencing deep connection with the Divine.

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Shiva Tandav Stotram

Written by Ravana, this hymn praising the fearless Shiva shows a side of Ravana that most don’t know.

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Significance of Mahashivratri

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Four reasons to fast on Mahashivratri. Also know the story behind the Mahashivratri fast.

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There is a special day on the calendar just for you and Lord Shiva.

Significance of Rudrabhishek

Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar shares the significance of an ancient Vedic ritual for Lord Shiva.

8 amazing quotes from Shiva Sutras

Stuck in life somewhere? The ancient scripture of Shiva Sutras can show you the way!

Bel patra: uses, benefits, vastu significance

Know why the bel patra is used to worship Lord Shiva.

Everything you need to know about Kailash Mansarovar

Know about the place considered auspicious by major religions like Hinduism, Sikhism, and Buddhism.

Know about Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga

This Lord Shiva shrine in Maharashtra is set amidst a dense forest with lakes and mountains.

Know about Mallikarjuna Jyotirlinga

Know the facts about this fascinating Lord Shiva shrine in Andhra Pradesh.

Know about India’s highest jyotirlinga - Kedarnath

This Lord Shiva’s shrine in Uttrakhand was once the place of penance for the Pandavas.

Know about Baidyanath Jyotirlinga

This Lord Shiva shrine in Jharkhand pays homage to Mother Parvati as well.

Know about Somnath Jyotirlinga

This Lord Shiva shrine in Gujarat has been reconstructed 17 times!

Know about Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga

This Lord Shiva shrine in Madhya Pradesh is a self-originated linga.

Know about Omkareshwar Jyotirlinga

This Lord Shiva shrine in Madhya Pradesh is located on an island in the Narmada river.

Know about Vishweshawar Jyotirlinga

This Lord Shiva shrine is located in Varanasi, one of the oldest cities in the world.

Know about Trimbakeshwar Jyotirlinga

This Lord Shiva shrine honors Lord Vishnu and Lord Brahma too.

Know about Nageshwar Jyotirlinga

This Lord Shiva shrine in Gujarat is believed to bestow a ‘poison-free’ mind and body to devotees.

Know about Rameshwara Jyotirlinga

This Lord Shiva shrine in Tamil Nadu has 4,000 carved granite pillars.

Know about Grishneshwar Jyotirlinga

This Lord Shiva shrine in Tamil Nadu has 4,000 carved granite pillars.

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