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Who guards Shiva?
Nandi (Sanskrit: नन्दि, Tamil: நந்தி, Kannada: ನಂದಿ, Telugu: నంది, Bengali: নন্দী, Odia: ନନ୍ଦି, Malayalam: നന്ദി) is the guardian deity of Kailash, the home of Lord Shiva in the Hindu religion. He is usually depicted as a bull.
Who are the devotees of Shiva?
He is also considered one of the 63 Nayanars or holy Saivite saints, the staunch devotees of Shiva. According to historical chronicles, he was Arjuna of the Pandavas in his past life….Kannappa.
Kannappar | |
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Born | Dinna Vyadha Unknown Uduppura, Bharatavarsha |
Known for | Nayanmar |
Who are the six sons of Lord Shiva?
Shiva | |
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Festivals | Maha Shivaratri, Shraavana, Kartik Purnima, Bhairava Ashtami |
Personal information | |
Spouse | Parvati and Sati (Shakti) |
Children | Kartikeya (son) Ganesha (son) Ashokasundari (daughter) Ayyappan (son) Vishnumaya (son) Andhakasura (son) Manasa (daughter) Rudra-savarni (son) |
Who is Lord Shiva sworn enemy?
In Hindu mythology, Andhaka (Sanskrit: अन्धक, IAST: Andhaka; lit. “He who darkens”) refers to a malevolent Asura whose pride was vanquished by Shiva for asking for his wife, Pārvatī.
Who is the vehicle of Lord Vishnu?
eagle Garuda
Vishnu’s vahana, his vehicle in the world, is the eagle Garuda; his heaven is called Vaikuntha.
How can I become Lord Shiva devotee?
Devotees should visit Shiva temple on every Monday with a clean mind and body and should prayers. After taking a bath, one should offer milk and honey to Lord Shiva. It is believed that doing this, the problems related to livelihood, job or business gets eliminated.
What is the name of Shiva’s daughter?
Ashok Sundari
Who was Shiva’s daughter? Shiva’s daughter was named Ashok Sundari as she rid her mother Parvati of her sorrow (‘shok’). Folk tales also refer to the goddess of light, Jyoti, as well as Mansa, who cures snakebites, as his daughters.
Why is Shiva under Kali’s feet?
Kali is often shown standing with her right foot on Shiva’s chest. This represents an episode where Kali was out of control on the battlefield, such that she was about to destroy the entire universe. Shiva pacified her by laying down under her foot to pacify and calm her.
Who are Lord Shiva’s ganas and bhutas?
Lord Shiva’s Ganas and Bhutas – Spooks & Spirits Accompanying Shiva The Ganas (categories) are the host of spooks, hobgoblins and spirits who accompany Shiva. Some are said to dwell with him on Mount Kailasa, whilst the more fearsome and terrifying Ganas are confined to the cremation grounds.
Why is Ganesha called the guru of Shiva?
Shiva is the Lord and Supreme Teacher. Ganesha here represents the ego-bound Jiva. When the Lord comes, the Jiva, surrounded as it is with the murky cloud of ego, usually doesn’t recognize Him, and maybe even ends up arguing or fighting with Him! Therefore, it is the duty of the Lord, in the form of the Guru, to cut off the head of our ego!
Why does Lord Shiva like to live in cremation grounds?
It is told that Uma once asked Lord Shiva why he liked to reside in cremation grounds, which were the abode of demons, jackals, corpses and vultures, when he had so many more beautiful places.
Who are the Ganas (categories)?
The Ganas (categories) are the host of spooks, hobgoblins and spirits who accompany Shiva. Some are said to dwell with him on Mount Kailasa, whilst the more fearsome and terrifying Ganas are confined to the cremation grounds.