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Shiva Linga

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Name: Shiva Linga
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: ZAQ23
Price: 1045.00 USD
Availability: InStock

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A Linga is the cult image of Hindu deity Lord Shiva and represents the cosmos and the creator of the cosmos as one. It is a representation of god’s existence and is found in Hindu temples as an aniconic form of Lord Shiva; it is intended to bring the shapeless unknown into our consciousness. The one shown here is sculpted out of a single piece of black marble stone in an elegant and smooth texture. In Shaivism tradition it is a short cylindrical pillar-like symbol of Shiva placed on a lipped, disked structure called ‘Yoni’ symbolic as an emblem of Goddess Shakti; this sculpture is a perfect union of masculine and feminine principles, and the totality of existence.

The Shiva Lingam shown on this page is sculpted in a glossy texture and a unique factor of being sculpted on an inverted lotus-like base that has its edges turned outwards. The cylindrical pillar at the top has a mark of Shaivite tilak in yellow and white and the centre in red depicts lord Shiva’s third eye. This Linga is a great sculpture to be kept in your prayer of worship or temple as an aniconic form of lord Shiva.

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Specifications

	ZAQ23
	Black Stone Statue
	Height: 15.2 inch
	Width: 12 inch
	Depth: 18.2 inch
	Weight 30 kg

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The Sacred Form of Lord Shiva

This exquisite black stone statue embodies the profound symbolism of the Shiva Linga, a revered representation of Lord Shiva, the destroyer and transformer within the Hindu trinity. More than just an idol, the Linga is a cosmic pillar, an abstract form that signifies the boundless, omnipresent, and formless nature of the divine. Its worship is a central practice for millions, inviting introspection, devotion, and a connection to the primal energies of the universe. The smooth, unblemished black stone from which this Linga is carved evokes the deep, infinite void from which creation arises. The vertical, cylindrical form symbolizes the phallus, representing generative power and the continuous cycle of life, death, and rebirth. It is also understood as the axis mundi, the central pillar connecting the heavens and the earth. The circular pedestal, known as the Yoni or Pitha, represents the female principle, the cosmic womb from which all existence springs forth, thus depicting the inseparable union of masculine and feminine energies essential for creation.

Mythological Resonance and Auspiciousness

The worship of the Shiva Linga is steeped in ancient mythology. One prominent legend tells of Lord Brahma and Lord Vishnu in a contest to discover the beginning and end of Lord Shiva, who manifested as an endless pillar of light. While Brahma ascended to find the top and Vishnu delved to find the bottom, neither succeeded, revealing Shiva's supreme and infinite nature. Another tale speaks of the sage Bhrigu, who, after a divine test, declared Shiva as the greatest. Upon arriving at Shiva's abode, Bhrigu was initially struck by the Linga, which he then worshipped, recognizing its profound power. The presence of the Tripundra, the three horizontal lines often painted on the Linga, further signifies Shiva's three eyes and his dominion over the past, present, and future. This particular representation, rendered in deep black stone, adds a powerful, grounding aesthetic, amplifying its spiritual significance.

A Focal Point for Devotion and Tranquility

This meticulously crafted statue is designed to serve as a powerful focal point for your spiritual practice or as an object of contemplative beauty in your home. Its substantial presence, with its intricate base detailing, invites a sense of gravitas and reverence. Placing it in your puja room, meditation space, or living area can imbue the environment with a sense of peace, auspiciousness, and divine energy. The smooth, cool surface of the black stone is conducive to mindful touch and ritualistic bathing (Abhishekam) with water, milk, or other sacred substances, further enhancing the devotional experience. This statue is not merely an artifact; it is a conduit to the divine, a symbol of creation, destruction, and ultimate liberation.

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