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Shiva
Hindu Deity
Shiva | Definition, Forms, God, Symbols, Meaning, & Facts
Shiva's power is multifaceted, including the role of destruction, transformation, and the cosmic dance of Nataraja.
Origin
शिव (shiva) - auspicious; benign.
Description
Shiva, also known as the "Auspicious One," is one of the main deities in Hinduism, worshipped as the supreme god by Shaivites. Shiva is depicted in various forms, including with his consort Parvati and son Skanda, as the cosmic dancer Nataraja, as a naked ascetic, and more. He is both an ascetic and a master of fertility, and his roles include being the Lord of Cattle (Pashupata). Shiva's female consort takes various forms like Uma, Sati, Parvati, Durga, and Kali. Temples and private shrines often depict Shiva in the form of the lingam. Shiva is also associated with the triad of deities, Brahma, Vishnu, and himself (Shiva), known as the trimurti.
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Chal Chala Chal O Bhagta
Chal Chala Chal O Bhagta,Chal Chala Chal ॥Shlok – Chhu Le Jo Maan Ki,Chaukhat Ko to,Jarra Bhi Sitara Ho Jaye,Jahaan Zikr
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Sakhi Ri Bank Bihaari Se Hamari Ladgayi Akhiyan
Sare Jag Mein Viraje Re Mere Shiv Bhole
Sare Jag Mein Viraje Re, Mere Shiv Bhole, Jyotirling Banake Saje Re, Mere Shiv Bhole, Saren Jag Mein Viraje Re, Mere Shi
Ek Din Bole Prabhu Ramchandra
Ek Din Bole Prabhu Ramchandra,Main Mann Ki Baat Batata Hoon,Tum Lete Raho Hanuman Yahan,Main Tere Charan Dabaata Hoon ॥S
Shri Radhe Govinda Man Bhaj Le Hari Ka Pyara Naam Hai
Shri Radhe Govinda, Man Bhaj Le Hari Ka Pyara Naam Hai ।Gopala Hari Ka Pyaranaam Hai, Nand Lala Hari Ka Pyaranaam Hai ॥M